Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4

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Date Published: 19 Oct 2023

Intel Processor U300
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
2000GB SSD
64GB DDR4
1.77 kg (3.9 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.2 Portability Very Good

7.0 Display Very Good

5.5 For Work Average

2.5 For Gaming Mediocre

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4

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Review

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 in-depth review

The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (Intel) is a device that will not try to impress you with its design because it's a typical business laptop that is meant for work. Expectedly, the security is on point - a fingerprint reader, Intel vPro CPUs, a Web camera with a privacy shutter, a Security Lock Slot, and a dTPM module (the first two extras are optional). Some models are certified as a Microsoft 11 Secured-core PC so they offer an extra layer of protection against advanced malware.Good connectivity is a must for such a machine and that's why this notebook has (optional) 4G connectivity, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6E. We are also happy to see a Thunderbolt 4 port and a microSD card reader. The hardware seems standard for a 2023 office machine. You can choose among nine CPU options including Raptor Lak[...]

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Pros

Almost quiet under max load
2x SODIMM slots
PWM-free display (Innolux N156HCA-E5B (LEN40BA))
Optional IR face recognition + Fingerprint reader
Comfortable spill-resistant keyboard
Thunderbolt 4 + MicroSD card slot + optional LTE support and Smart card reader
High P and E core clock during any kind of load
Many CPU options

Cons

Lacks 5G support
Just one M.2 slot
The touchpad accuracy isn't great
Covers only 52% of the sRGB color gamut (Innolux N156HCA-E5B (LEN40BA))

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Opening the LaptopUndo the 10 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel of the laptop. Eject the SIM card tray using a SIM eject tool or a small pin. Use a plastic pry tool to gently separate the bottom panel from the chassis. Start from one corner and work your way around carefully.Caution: Be gentle to avoid damaging the clips that hold the bottom panel in place.Removing the BatteryDisconnect the battery connector from the mainboard by gently pulling it out with a plastic tool. Undo the four Phillips-head screws that secure the battery to the chassis[...]

DISPLAY: 15.6-inch, 1920x1080, IPS

Name
Innolux N156HCA-E5B (LEN40BA)

Diagonal
15.6"

Pixel density
141.21 ppi

Brightness
256 cd/m²

sRGB
54%

PWM frequency
No PWM (Flicker-Free)

Panel Type
IPS

Resolution
1920x1080

Becomes "Retina" from
24 inches (62 cm)

Contrast
1480:1

dE Color Checker
6.0 3.4

PWM Rating
10.0: (safe)

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