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Updated March 21, 2024·
When considering the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, if you're looking for a robust, durable machine primarily for business with a focus on security features, and you don't mind spending more, the T14 is likely the better option. However, if you prefer something lighter and more stylish for general use, and are looking to save some money, the ThinkBook 13s can be an attractive alternative. Keep in mind the T14 typically offers more powerful hardware and better expandability, which could be important for more demanding tasks, while the ThinkBook 13s should suffice for everyday tasks and is easier to carry around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 with its higher-end CPU and more RAM excels in handling demanding applications and multitasking, making it very good for a range of intensive tasks, whereas the ThinkBook 13s, while still performing well for general use, offers a balance between performance and portability with a focus on a quality screen and longer battery life. Both laptops provide adequate storage, solid keyboard and speaker quality, and manage operating noise and heat well, tilting the scale in favor of the T14 for more robust needs and the ThinkBook 13s for users prioritizing on-the-go usage with a lighter device.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 typically offers robust processing power, high amounts of memory, and superior graphics capabilities, essential for complex engineering software and design work, along with a screen that accurately displays fine details. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while also suitable for engineering tasks due to its capable CPU and RAM, emphasizes a balance between performance and portability, making it a more travel-friendly option with a generally good keyboard and quieter operation, but it may trade off some screen real estate and top-tier GPU performance compared to the T14.
Software Development
8.3
7.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Screen Quality
6.9
7.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
Both the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ThinkBook 13s have displays that offer clear, crisp visuals and adequate brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. Their screens also cover a broad range of colors, essential for engineering and design professionals who need accurate color representation for their work. However, they fall short for gaming and 3D applications as they lack the high refresh rates that provide smoother motion and better responsiveness, which are crucial for these activities.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.4
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ThinkBook 13s have integrated graphics which handle casual gaming and basic 3D tasks, but they won't provide the smooth, high-detail gaming experience a dedicated GPU would offer. Both models offer decent display quality, but their screen refresh rates are lower compared to gaming-specific laptops, which could lead to less fluid visuals during fast-paced games or high-intensity 3D applications.
Content Creation
8.3
7.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 8 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.
Build Quality
8.0
7.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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.
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