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The ThinkPad T14s is the successor to the T490s/T495s and we have already reviewed the Intel version. Now it is time for the T14s with the AMD processor. Our test unit is an education model with very good specs. For 1399 Euros, eligible users get a Ryzen...
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rigid and high-quality chassis, high CPU and iGPU performance, very good 1080p screen (matte, bright, almost full sRGB gamut), good battery runtime, excellent keyboard, quiet operation, HDMI 2.0, WWAN-ready, 3-year warranty, fast Wi-Fi 6...
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RAM cannot be upgraded, no Thunderbolt 3, Fan is slightly more audible compared to the Intel SKU, 32 GB only on the education model for now, only microSD reader with poor position, 4K screen not available for AMD SKU...
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In review: Lenovo ThinkPad T14s AMD. Test model courtesy of CampuspointLenovo's ThinkPad T14s now comes with AMD and Intel processors, so it is very interesting to compare the devices. The case and the (very good) input devices are identical on both machi...
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In 2009 Lenovo decided to split its ThinkPad T-series laptops into two categories: In the first one there are standard T-series ThinkPads and in the second one there are thinner, lighter and more premium models, which are distinguished through the additio...
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rigid and high-quality chassis, very good 1080p display (matte, bright, covers almost 100% of sRGB), great battery life, superb keyboard, quiet operation, WWAN-ready, 3-year warranty, compared to T490s: Wi-Fi-6...
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significantly slower than the AMD model, non-upgradable RAM, poorly positioned SD card reader, coil whine...
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Reviewing the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1, review device provided courtesy of: CampusPointThe Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is a small update of last year's Lenovo ThinkPad T490s, at least as far as the Intel version is concerned.Unlike with last year's T490s...
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Source: Windows CentralThe collection of Lenovo's business laptops is ever-growing and evolving, and with 2020 comes a rebrand of the ThinkPad T490s to the ThinkPad T14s. It's still a slim version of the standard T14 (it's the "s" in the name), and it's...
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Long battery life, Overall strong performance, Generous port selection, Optional LTE connectivity, Great keyboard, sizable touchpad...
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Disappointing display color, Chunky bezels, AMD battery life not on par with Intel, Prices climb quickly...
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Source: Windows CentralWho it's forThose who need a slim 14-inch business laptopThose who want a great typing experienceThose who need plenty of ports and optional 4G LTE connectivityThose who want to spend more than $1,000Those who want a full workday of...
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The T-series is meant to be the workhorse of the ThinkPad lineup. I've got my hands on the T14s Gen 1, which is the successor to the T490s, as there's some new branding. This one is meant to be thin and light, where as the full-size T14 (the successor to...
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If only it came with a UHD display. Seriously, I get that there are some advantages to choosing Intel, and others to choosing AMD. In terms of what the platform offers, I think there are more advantages from AMD, although you do get Thunderbolt from Intel...
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Alas, the screen is one of the aces up Lenovo's sleeve for this one, as it comes with the proprietary Privacy Guard design, which works similarly to HP's Sure View technology. Upon the press of a button (or a combination of buttons), a secondary backlight...
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Magnesium and carbon fiber composites are all part of the build, Covers 96% of sRGB colors (AUO B140HAN05.7), Very high color accuracy when Gaming and Web design profile is installed (AUO B140HAN05.7), The spill-resistant keyboard that is great for typing...
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Lacks a Thunderbolt 3 port, Memory can't be upgraded, The high frequencies in the long torture test resulted in quite hot CPU and warm externals, The Privacy Guard works, but it hinders the viewing angles even when it's off...
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Considering the price of the laptop, and the performance it offers, it is probably one of the best business laptops for high-workload scenarios. Not only does it offer supreme power, but it also has quite a lot of goodies in terms of security. You get a d...
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