Choose ThinkPad E14 if you need:
- Processor Model at Core Ultra 5 (vs Intel Core i7-13620H)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E14 vs Cyborg 15
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E14 and Cyborg 15 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E14 | Cyborg 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | MSI |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Cyborg 15 A13V |
| Model | ThinkPad E14 | Cyborg 15 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 (Intel) | Cyborg 15 A13VE-434SG |
| Part Number / SKU | — | A13VE-434SG |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2025 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget Business | Gaming |
| Color | — | Translucent Black |
| Operating System | — | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7-13620H |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 | 13th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Cores | — | 10 cores |
| Performance Cores | — | 6 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 4 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 16 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.4 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 4.9 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 9.5 MB |
| L3 Cache | — | 24 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 115 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 11 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU |
| GPU Architecture | — | Ada Lovelace |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR6 |
| GPU TGP | — | 45 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1605 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz via HDMI 2.1 |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 5200 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 | M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS-level |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| sRGB Color Gamut | — | 100 % |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90 % | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 720p |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers, 2W x2 | 2 x speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 W x 2 W | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos, HARMAN | Nahimic 3 |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row spill-resistant keyboard | 99-key anti-ghosting keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Key Travel | 1.5 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | 3-button Trackpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Touchpad Dimensions | 115 x 56 mm | — |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | 802.11ax |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| Bluetooth Version | — | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5 Gbps + USB 10 Gbps | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 20 Gbps + Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps; USB PD; DisplayPort | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 / DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | DisplayPort 1.4 via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.5 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | — | Li-polymer |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 120 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.0 | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 313 mm | 359.36 mm |
| Depth | 219.3 mm | 250.34 mm |
| Thickness | — | 22.9 mm |
| Weight | — | 1.98 kg |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Discrete TPM 2.0; TCG and FIPS 140-2 certified | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 9.0 | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | — |
| Recycled Materials | 25% PCC battery enclosure; 30% PCC speaker enclosure; 90% PCC 65W adapter | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5–35 °C | — |
| Operating Humidity | 8–95 % RH | — |
| Storage Temperature | 5–43; packaged transport -20–60 °C | — |
| Warranty | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Cyborg 15 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-13620H (vs Core Ultra 5)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E14 and Cyborg 15?
ThinkPad E14 and Cyborg 15 share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Storage Capacity (512 GB), Launch Year (2025 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E14: Core Ultra 5, Cyborg 15: Intel Core i7-13620H); Display Size (ThinkPad E14: 14 inch, Cyborg 15: 15.6 inch).
ThinkPad E14 may suit users who need its differing values, while Cyborg 15 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.