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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo V15 is a budget-friendly option if you're looking to save money, with adequate performance for everyday tasks and a larger screen size, which may be advantageous for multitasking or media consumption. However, it comes with a lower-quality TN display and a heavier build, which may not be ideal if you plan to carry it around frequently. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s offers a higher resolution IPS display, which will give better viewing angles and color representation, and it's significantly more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size. It might be preferred if you need a laptop for travel or if your work involves graphics where display quality matters. The ThinkBook also has a superior processor, making it a better fit for more demanding tasks and multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
231.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
The Lenovo V15, with its AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and larger screen, is suited for general use with its adequate performance and larger display for easier multitasking, but its TN panel and lower battery capacity make it less portable and offer less impressive visuals than the ThinkBook. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s stands out with its higher-resolution IPS touchscreen, stronger Intel i7 CPU, better battery life, and improved portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it ideal for users seeking a balance between performance and carrying convenience.
Engineering and Design
6.3
7.5
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo V15 features an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU with Vega 7 graphics and a standard HD TN screen, which may limit performance and visual quality for engineering tasks compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which boasts a more powerful Intel i7 CPU with Iris Xe graphics and a higher resolution IPS touchscreen ensuring clearer and sharper images. Additionally, the ThinkBook 13s is lighter and slimmer, enhancing portability, and it also provides a superior keyboard and quieter operation, further making it a better fit for engineering and design professionals.
Software Development
7.1
7.7
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Lenovo V15 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
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
5.4
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
231.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo V15's screen may not provide the sharpness and clarity needed for enjoyable everyday use due to its lower resolution and brightness, which can result in a less vibrant and more strained viewing experience. For engineering and design professionals who require accurate color representation, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s offers a higher-quality display with better coverage of professional color gamuts, ensuring more precise and vivid visuals for detailed work. However, for 3D applications and gaming, the ThinkBook's screen, while having a superior resolution and panel quality, may fall short without a higher refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion and responsiveness during fast-paced activities.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$579
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo V15 has a price of $579 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo V15's AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 GPU and 60Hz TN screen make it fair for gaming and 3D applications, offering a balance between cost and capability, but with limited screen quality and refresh rate. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s also qualifies as fair due to its Intel i7-1260P Iris Xe GPU and 60Hz IPS screen, which provides better screen quality but similar performance constraints as the V15; both laptops offer decent performance for their price point, but gamers and professionals in 3D might seek more powerful GPUs and higher refresh rates for smoother visuals.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Lenovo V15 are both 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo V15 has 8 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.
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How the Lenovo V15 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo V15 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$579 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.3" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 231 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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