ThinkBook 15 | Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (15" Intel)
- Model: ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (Intel, Type 20VE)
- Processor: Intel Core i3-1115G4, i5-1135G7, i5-1145G7, i7-1165G7, i7-1185G7
- Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics, Iris Xe Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce MX450
- Memory: Up to 40GB DDR4, 3200 MHz
- Storage: Up to 1TB SSD + 2TB HDD
- Display: 15.6" FHD TN or IPS, up to 300 nits
- Battery: 45Wh, ~6–8 hours
- Weight: ~1.7 kg
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (15" Intel)
Processor and Performance
The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (Intel) is powered by 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake processors, including Core i3-1115G4 (2C/4T, 3.0–4.1 GHz, 6MB cache), i5-1135G7 (4C/8T, 2.4–4.2 GHz, 8MB cache), i5-1145G7 (4C/8T, 2.6–4.4 GHz, 8MB cache), i7-1165G7 (4C/8T, 2.8–4.7 GHz, 12MB cache), or i7-1185G7 (4C/8T, 3.0–4.8 GHz, 12MB cache). It delivers solid performance for business tasks (Cinebench R23 Multi: ~4000–5000 for i7-1165G7), ideal for productivity, light content creation, and multitasking. Users praise its responsiveness but note fan noise (~38–42 dB) under load. Suitable for professionals and small businesses.
Graphics and Display
The 15.6" display offers Full HD (1920x1080) with TN (220 nits, 45% NTSC) or IPS (300 nits, ~60% sRGB) panels, with optional touchscreen. Graphics include Intel UHD Graphics (i3), Iris Xe Graphics (i5/i7, 80EU/96EU), or NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (2GB GDDR6). The MX450 supports light gaming (~40–60 FPS in *Valorant* High) and creative tasks. Users appreciate the IPS panel’s clarity for work but criticize the TN panel’s poor color accuracy and angles. Not ideal for professional design work.
Design and Connectivity
Weighing ~1.7 kg with an aluminum-plastic chassis, it’s MIL-STD-810H tested for durability. Ports include 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 1.4b, RJ45, 3.5mm audio, and a 4-in-1 SD card reader. Wi-Fi 6 (Intel AX201, ~1200 Mbps) and Bluetooth 5.0 ensure reliable connectivity. The 45Wh battery lasts ~6–8 hours (web browsing). Users note limited battery life and occasional Wi-Fi slowdowns but value the port variety and sleek design.
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (Intel): All Features
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1115G4, i5-1135G7, i5-1145G7, i7-1165G7, i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics (i3), Intel Iris Xe Graphics (i5/i7), NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (2GB GDDR6) |
| Display | 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), TN (220 nits, 45% NTSC) or IPS (300 nits, ~60% sRGB), optional touchscreen |
| Memory | Up to 40GB DDR4, 3200 MHz, soldered + 1 SO-DIMM |
| Storage | Up to 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, up to 2TB 2.5" HDD |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 (Intel AX201), Bluetooth 5.0, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ports | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 1.4b, RJ45, 3.5mm audio, 4-in-1 SD card reader |
| Battery | 45Wh, ~6–8 hours (web browsing) |
| Features | Backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader, TPM 2.0, 720p webcam with shutter, Dolby Audio, MIL-STD-810H |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended) |
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (Intel): All Specifications
| Model | ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (Intel, Type 20VE) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1115G4 (2C/4T, 3.0/4.1 GHz, 6MB cache), i5-1135G7 (4C/8T, 2.4/4.2 GHz, 8MB cache), i5-1145G7 (4C/8T, 2.6/4.4 GHz, 8MB cache), i7-1165G7 (4C/8T, 2.8/4.7 GHz, 12MB cache), i7-1185G7 (4C/8T, 3.0/4.8 GHz, 12MB cache) |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics (i3), Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU i5, 96EU i7), NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (2GB GDDR6) |
| Display | 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), TN (220 nits, 45% NTSC) or IPS (300 nits, ~60% sRGB), anti-glare, optional touchscreen |
| Memory | 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 24GB, 32GB, 40GB DDR4, 3200 MHz, soldered + 1 SO-DIMM, dual-channel support |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, up to 2TB 2.5" HDD, dual storage support |
| Battery | 45Wh, ~6–8 hours (web browsing), ~5–6 hours (video playback) |
| Ports | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x RJ45, 1x 3.5mm audio, 1x 4-in-1 SD card reader |
| Connectivity | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (up to 2400 Mbps), Bluetooth 5.0, Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio | 2x 2W speakers, Dolby Audio, dual-array mic |
| Camera | 720p HD with privacy shutter, optional IR camera |
| Keyboard | 6-row, backlit, spill-resistant, 1.5mm key travel |
| Security | TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader, webcam shutter, Kensington lock slot |
| Dimensions | 357 x 235 x 18.9 mm |
| Weight | ~1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) |
| Build | Aluminum top, plastic bottom, MIL-STD-810H tested |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro, Windows 11 Home/Pro 64-bit, Linux (Ubuntu supported) |
| Power Adapter | 65W USB-C, supports rapid charge (80% in 1 hour) |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended) |
| Certifications | EPEAT Gold, Energy Star, RoHS, TCO Certified |
| Package Contents | Laptop, 65W USB-C charger, quick start guide |
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