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Updated March 22, 2024·
Choosing between the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Razer Blade 14 largely depends on your primary use. If you need a laptop for everyday tasks and prioritize durability and a longer battery life, and don't mind it being heavier, the ThinkPad T14 could serve your needs well. Alternatively, if you're looking for higher performance for gaming or intensive tasks and prefer a slimmer, more portable design, the Razer Blade 14 would be a better fit, though it may have a higher price and shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for software development
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.4
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 14 comes with a superior GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, which provides smoother visuals and better performance for gaming and 3D applications compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, whose lesser GPU and lower refresh rate screen are suitable for less demanding tasks but not optimized for high-end gaming or intensive 3D work. Despite the ThinkPad T14 having a decent CPU and good screen quality, these factors are overshadowed by the GPU performance and screen refresh rate which are more critical for gaming and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a solid CPU, substantial RAM, and a high-quality screen, provides robust performance and reliability for engineering tasks, but its GPU may be outperformed by gaming-oriented laptops. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 offers a more powerful GPU, crucial for demanding design work and 3D rendering, while also featuring a high-quality screen and premium build, albeit with a potential trade-off in higher operating noise and less portability due to its gaming-centric design.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 14 for software development, while the Razer Blade 14 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14's display offers clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, while also providing respectable color accuracy important for design tasks. The Razer Blade 14 stands out with its higher resolution and broader color gamut, ensuring precise color work for professionals in engineering and design, though it's not optimized for gaming due to the display's limited refresh rate. Both laptops, while great for general use and professional applications, fall short for gaming and 3D work where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion and a competitive edge.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Razer Blade 14 (2023) both have very good portability, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.5
8.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Razer Blade 14 (2023) are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of performance with its good CPU and RAM, along with a quality screen and excellent keyboard, all packaged in a portable design with robust battery life, making it ideal for everyday tasks and business use. The Razer Blade 14, while equally equipped in terms of CPU and RAM for smooth operation, stands out with its superior screen quality for vivid visuals and is tailored for those who prioritize high-performance for activities like gaming, though this can come at the expense of increased heat and shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.3
8.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Razer Blade 14 (2023) are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | Razer Blade 14 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 4.05 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 12.23" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 8.97" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 68.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 560 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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