Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Series
Processor: AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000) R5 5625U, AMD Lucienne (Zen 2, Ryzen 5000) R5 5500U, AMD Lucienne (Zen 2, Ryzen 5000) R7 5700U, Intel Alder Lake-M i5-1235U, Intel Comet Lake i5-10210U, Intel Ice Lake i5-1035G4, Intel Ice Lake i7-1060G7, Intel Tiger Lake i5-1135G7, Intel Tiger Lake i7-1165G7Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 620, AMD Vega 7, AMD Vega 8, Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU), Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs, Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs, Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 15.60 inch
Weight: 1.7kg, 1.757kg, 1.759kg, 1.8kg, 1.852kg
Price: 599, 719, 780, 809, 900, 1000 euro
Average of 7 scores (from 20 reviews)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML-XXTBXTM8001
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML-XXTBXTM8001Processor: Intel Ice Lake i7-1060G7
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 620
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.7kg
Links: Lenovo homepage
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Reviews
Source: Tech PP
Archive.org versionLooking for a notebook for work? And have not the bucks for the highly coveted ThinkPad? Lenovo has now brought the ThinkBook into the Think mix, providing small businesses and entrepreneurs with a device that is work oriented and does not come with too crazy a price tag.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/07/2020
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 80%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam
VN→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Attractive price; premium design; solid workmanship; metal case; nice ergonomy.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 11/27/2019
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam
VN→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Modern processor; slim size; light weight; high performance; nice connectivity.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/10/2019
Lenovo ThinkBook 15
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Processor: Intel Comet Lake i5-10210U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.852kg
Price: 809 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
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The ThinkBook range is the link between the ThinkPad and IdeaPad series. The inexpensive entry-level laptop should not only convince home users, though. In this review, we will clarify whether the ThinkBook 15 can master everyday office life.
Source: Tech Smart
Archive.org versionThe Lenovo Thinkbook 15 ticks the majority of boxes needed for a notebook aimed at the SME market. It’s a good-looking machine that gets the job done, thanks to decent specs (including an SSD), great ports, an added number pad, Vantage software and full HD screen. That said, little niggles such as viewing angle concerns, battery life under eight hours, and a lack of lights on certain buttons, take away from the overall score.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/11/2020
Source: Tech Smart
Archive.org versionThe Lenovo Thinkbook 15 ticks the majority of boxes needed for a notebook aimed at the SME market. It’s a good-looking machine that gets the job done, thanks to decent specs (including an SSD), great ports, an added number pad, Vantage software and full HD screen. That said, little niggles such as viewing angle concerns, battery life under eight hours, and a lack of lights on certain buttons, take away from the overall score.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/11/2020
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionSadly, the cooling of this device seems a little underwhelming – Lenovo uses a single, thin and long heat pipe to cool off both their CPU and GPU – not the greatest strategy known to mankind. However, if you are a typer, you will love the keyboard, as it has good travel clicky feedback and huge keycaps. Also, let’s not forget the backlight, the NumberPad section and the fingerprint reader, which is embedded into the Power On/Off button.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2020
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionSadly, the cooling of this device seems a little underwhelming – Lenovo uses a single, thin and long heat pipe to cool off both their CPU and GPU – not the greatest strategy known to mankind. However, if you are a typer, you will love the keyboard, as it has good travel clicky feedback and huge keycaps. Also, let’s not forget the backlight, the NumberPad section and the fingerprint reader, which is embedded into the Power On/Off button.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2020
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionSadly, the cooling of this device seems a little underwhelming – Lenovo uses a single, thin and long heat pipe to cool off both their CPU and GPU – not the greatest strategy known to mankind. However, if you are a typer, you will love the keyboard, as it has good travel clicky feedback and huge keycaps. Also, let’s not forget the backlight, the NumberPad section and the fingerprint reader, which is embedded into the Power On/Off button.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2020
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionSadly, the cooling of this device seems a little underwhelming – Lenovo uses a single, thin and long heat pipe to cool off both their CPU and GPU – not the greatest strategy known to mankind. However, if you are a typer, you will love the keyboard, as it has good travel clicky feedback and huge keycaps. Also, let’s not forget the backlight, the NumberPad section and the fingerprint reader, which is embedded into the Power On/Off button.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2020
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL-20SM001VMH
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL-20SM001VMHProcessor: Intel Ice Lake i5-1035G4
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.8kg
Links: Lenovo homepage
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Source: Tweakers
NL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/21/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen2 ITL
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen2 ITLProcessor: Intel Tiger Lake i5-1135G7
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.759kg
Price: 719 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
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With the ThinkBook 15, Lenovo already presented a solid work device one year ago. Now the second generation of the office laptops also wants to convince in everyday operation with many equipment options and Tiger Lake CPUs. Our review clarifies how well it succeeds in this.
Source: Laptop Media
Recently, Lenovo has started another brand in the name of the ThinkBook series. It was aimed at people who need ThinkPad security levels but don't want the industrial design. Indeed the company delivers on style with their second generation ThinkBook 15. It is paired with the low-voltage Tiger Lake processors, so you should expect decent performance out of it. That's of course if Lenovo managed to design a good cooling system.
Support, online available, Short, Date: 01/21/2022
Source: Laptop Media
Recently, Lenovo has started another brand in the name of the ThinkBook series. It was aimed at people who need ThinkPad security levels but don't want the industrial design. Indeed the company delivers on style with their second generation ThinkBook 15. It is paired with the low-voltage Tiger Lake processors, so you should expect decent performance out of it. That's of course if Lenovo managed to design a good cooling system.
Support, online available, Short, Date: 01/21/2022
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL, i7-1165G7
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL, i7-1165G7Processor: Intel Tiger Lake i7-1165G7
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.7kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
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Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionAnother year has passed, and Lenovo is improving their ThinkBook 15 quite well. Now, the processor they use is being used pretty well, and the cooling solution is able to maintain the higher 28W sustained power limit of the Core i7-1165G7. Interestingly, the graphics performance is extremely poor, considering the power of this GPU. And this is with all performance enhancements and the latest drivers.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/15/2021
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionSupport, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/15/2021
Foreign Reviews
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam
VN→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Decent processor; high mobility; nice performance; good price.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 03/13/2021
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 21DL0009GE
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 21DL0009GEProcessor: AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000) R5 5625U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 7
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.757kg
Links: Lenovo homepage
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between a consumer and a business laptop. This office or multimedia laptop is available in the relaxed design of the IdeaPads, but offers a little more in terms of performance and features. The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U from the Barcelo update also makes sure of this.
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL-21A4002DMH
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL-21A4002DMHProcessor: AMD Lucienne (Zen 2, Ryzen 5000) R7 5700U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 8
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.7kg
Price: 780 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
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Foreign Reviews
Source: Tweakers
NL→ENUser Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/18/2022
Rating: Total score: 100%
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL 21A400B2GE
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL 21A400B2GEProcessor: AMD Lucienne (Zen 2, Ryzen 5000) R5 5500U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 7
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.7kg
Price: 599 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
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The ThinkBook scores points with a Ryzen 5 APU, moderate emissions, and good battery life. This laptop comes with Windows 11 Pro and offers USB-C power delivery as one of its strong points. The whole package is available for around 600 Euros (US$728).
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP, i5-1235U
Specifications
Notebook: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP, i5-1235UProcessor: Intel Alder Lake-M i5-1235U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.7kg
Price: 900 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
Price comparison
Reviews
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/23/2022
Source: Laptop Media
So, Lenovo has done a good job in the main department – security. The ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 features a firmware TPM 2.0, as well as a privacy shutter, and a fingerprint reader. The Kensington Nano slot, on the other hand, will help you protect your device from theft. The build quality is also okay, but the base is a bit bendy. Probably because of the plastic body. Interestingly, the keyboard left us with mixed feelings. It has a backlight and it’s spill-resistant. However, the key travel is super short. This is exactly the opposite of what we’re used to seeing on ThinkPads, which is a huge argument against the ThinkBooks. At the end of the day, the ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 is a very similar product, that is better built, and in our opinion – is the better bang for the buck in the business world.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/23/2022
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Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.
In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.
In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
AMD Radeon 620: Entry level graphics card with 320 shaders (5 compute units) or 384 shaders (6 compute units), 4 GB DDR3 or GDDR5 and a 64 Bit memory bus. Therefore, comparable to an old Radeon R7 M445 / M440 / M340 / M255 (28nm GCN).
Intel UHD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2, 24 EUs) found on some Kaby-Lake-Refresh CPU models (15 W ULV series). Technically identical to the previous Kaby-Lake GPU called HD Graphics 620.
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU): Integrated graphics card in Intel Ice-Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 11 architecture with 48 of the 64 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model ranging from 300 MHz base to 1050 - 1100 MHz boost. The Ice-Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel produced.
Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G7 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 80 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.
Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 96 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.
AMD Vega 7: Integrated graphics adapter of the Ryzen APUs based on the Vega architecture with 7 CUs (= 448 shaders) and a clock speed of up to 1,600 MHz.
AMD Vega 8: Integrated graphics card of the Ryzen APUs based on the Vega architecture with 8 CUs (= 512 shaders) and a clock of up to 2.100 MHz.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Ice Lake:
i7-1060G7: Ice-Lake based low power quad core processor for thin and light laptops and tablets. Integrated four Sunnycove cores clocked at 1 - 3.8 GHz that support Hyperthreading (8 threads). Furthermore, the SoC integrates a powerful Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 graphics card clocked at 1.1 GHz and Wifi 6 / Thunderbolt partly integrated. The chip is manufactured in the modern 10nm process at Intel.
i5-1035G4: A low-power, Ice Lake family processor (SoC) featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, 6 MB of L3 cache and the Iris Plus G4 (48 EUs) iGPU. This Core i5 saw the light of day in H2 2019; it is designed for use in highly portable consumer laptops. The CPU cores run at 1.1 GHz to 3.7 GHz. The Sunny Cove microarchitecture that is in use here is notable for several improvements over Skylake including support for new technologies, new instruction sets and fast LPDDR4-3733 RAM. There is no PCIe 4 support here, however.
Intel Comet Lake:
i5-10210U: Comet Lake based low power quad-core processor (technically identical to Whiskey Lake and still produced in 14nm++). The CPU cores can clock between 1.6 and 4.2 GHz (all 4 cores 3.9 GHz max.) with HyperThreading (8 threads). The integrated memory controller supports LPDDR4-2933 and using cTDP up/down the performance can be adjusted by the OEM (10 - 25 Watt possible, 15W default). Compared to the faster i5-10510U, the level 3 cache was reduced from 8 to 6 MB.
Intel Tiger Lake:
i5-1135G7: A quad-core, mid-range processor of Tiger Lake product family designed for use in ultra-light laptops. The i5 is manufactured on Intel's second-gen 10 nm process marketed as SuperFin and features an 80 EU Iris Xe G7 iGPU. Core i5-1135G7 has a base clock speed of 2.4 GHz as long as it is allowed to consume 28 watts.
i7-1165G7: An upper mid-range, quad-core processor of Tiger Lake product family. The i7 is designed for use in ultra-light (yet actively cooled) laptops; it is manufactured on Intel's third-gen 10 nm process marketed as SuperFin. The CPU cores run at 2.8 GHz (base clock speed @ 28 W TDP) to 4.7 GHz (single-core Boost frequency). This i7 features the 96 EU Intel Iris Xe G7 iGPU; it was the second-fastest CPU of TGL-UP3 line-up when Intel initially launched the series in 2020.
AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000):
R5 5625U: Mobile six core APU with Zen 3 cores clocked at 2.3 to 4.3 GHz and a Vega graphics adapter with 7 CUs clocked at up to 1800 MHz.
AMD Lucienne (Zen 2, Ryzen 5000):
R7 5700U: A laptop-grade APU featuring eight SMT-enabled Zen 2 cores running at 1.8 GHz to 4.3 GHz and a Vega series graphics adapter with 8 CUs clocked at up to 1,900 MHz.
R5 5500U: A hexa-core APU designed for use in ultra-thin, upper mid-range laptops. The Ryzen features six Zen 2 CPU cores running at 2.1 GHz to 4.0 GHz alongside the Vega 7 graphics adapter (448 unified shaders running at up to 1,800 MHz). One could be forgiven for thinking Ryzen 5 5500U is a renamed Ryzen 5 4500U - which is not the case. Ryzen 5 5500U is most similar to Ryzen 5 4600U, the most noteworthy difference between the two being the faster iGPU model of the former.
Intel Alder Lake-M:
i5-1235U: On Alder-Lake based mobile CPU with 2 performance cores and 8 efficient cores. The performance cores offer hyper threading, leading to 12 threads that can be processed. The CPU clocks from 0.9 to 4.4 GHz. The TDP is specified at 15 Watt.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
