Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) vs Lenovo ThinkPad T14
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has USB-A and runs more monitors. Pick the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) only if it matters to you that it has Thunderbolt or USB4.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14's AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U is quicker: it stays smooth with lots of apps open, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14's Intel Core i5-10310U copes well with everyday tasks.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has the better screen: 14" Full HD against 14" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 should last longer: up to 16.5 hours against up to 14 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) if…
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: it has 16 GB of memory.
- You need a long battery life: its maker claims up to 16.5 hours.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 if…
- You want a snappier laptop for everyday work: its AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U is the faster processor.
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
- You work with several monitors: it can run 3 at once.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 leads on performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is ahead on performance.
It is faster, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-10310U | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 48 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Partly upgradeable | Partly upgradeable |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 | M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD (2242 PCIe 3.0 x2, or 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 on larger options) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | No |
| Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Matte | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | No | — |
Battery and size
Both are much the same on battery and weight.
Neither will be noticeably easier to carry or last noticeably longer away from a plug.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 16.5 hours | Up to 14 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 50 Wh |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 80% in 1 hour | 80% in 1 hr |
| Weight | 1.55 kg | — |
| Dimensions | 329 x 227 x 17.9 mm | 329 x 227 x 17.9 mm |
| Materials | PPS / 50% GF (top), PC + ABS / Talc15 + magnesium alloy (keyboard cover), PA / 50% GF (bottom) | PPS / 50% GF (top), PC + ABS / Talc15 + magnesium alloy (keyboard cover), PA / 50% GF (bottom) |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810G | MIL-STD-810G |
| Colour | Black | — |
| Colours available | Black | Black |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is ahead on ports and wireless.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) has Thunderbolt or USB4, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has USB-A.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 / Thunderbolt 3 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Ethernet (RJ-45), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x side docking connector | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data, Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x side docking connector, Kensington lock slot |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 3 | None |
| External displays (max) | 2 | 3 |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | 1 GbE RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | ThinkShutter physical camera cover | — |
| Keyboard | 6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | 6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | TrackPoint pointing device plus Mylar-surface multi-touch touchpad | TrackPoint pointing device and Mylar surface multi-touch touchpad |
| Speakers | Stereo, 2 W x2, Dolby Audio | Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Audio |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington security slot |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Update promise | — | None |
| Model number | ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 | — |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |