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Updated January 16, 2024·
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is a budget-friendly option that's much lighter on the pocket compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s. However, with cost savings come tradeoffs. The Lenovo offers a more powerful processor, higher storage, and better graphics performance, which is better for demanding software and multitasking. If you need a laptop for intensive tasks, like engineering or heavier graphics work, you'll find the Lenovo to be more capable. The Lenovo also has a sharper and more vibrant screen, which contributes to an improved viewing and user experience. On the flip side, the Cloudbook is lighter and might be more suitable for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and light media consumption; its lower price comes with modest processing power and less storage. Consider what tasks you'll be doing most often to determine whether the extra investment in the Lenovo is justified for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
4.6/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short in general use mainly due to its weaker CPU, lower amount of RAM, and poorer screen quality compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which is well-equipped with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a higher-resolution screen. Additionally, while both laptops are similarly portable, the ThinkBook offers better battery life and superior keyboard and speaker quality, enhancing its suitability for a wide range of everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.5
6.4
3.5/10
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 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" uses a lower-end Intel Celeron processor with Intel UHD Graphics 600, which are less capable of handling the demands of gaming and 3D applications compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which is equipped with the more powerful Intel i7 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, offering better performance for these tasks. Both laptops have display panels with standard refresh rates, but the ThinkBook has a higher screen resolution and quality, contributing to a more detailed and vibrant gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
5.5
7.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a basic Intel Celeron processor, low RAM, and basic integrated graphics making it insufficient for the demands of engineering and design software, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is equipped with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, and better integrated graphics, which are more suitable for resource-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
5.9
7.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
7.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.6/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8
7.2
14.1in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Packard Bell Cloudbook's screen doesn’t offer the sharpness, brightness and vibrancy needed for enjoyable everyday activities like browsing or watching videos. For engineering and design, its lack of wide color gamut support leads to less accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed work. In gaming and 3D scenarios, this laptop's display falls short because it lacks a high refresh rate which is essential for smooth motion and a more immersive experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.1in
SIZE
13.3in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$350
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a price of $350 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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How the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$350 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.7 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.76" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.56" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.1" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | 4.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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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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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