Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) vs Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD)
55.2Performancespec-based51.9
61chipGraphicschip53.3
23.3Displayspec-based26.5
34.5Batteryspec-based51.2
76.1Portabilityspec-based62.8
4 spec wins — Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel)3 spec wins — Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) scores 48.3 against 48.2 for Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD). Pick by the categories that matter to you — Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel)
- Stronger graphics score: 61 vs 53
- 24% lower thickness: 17.5 mm vs 22.9 mm
- 14% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 14,990 vs 13,181
- 13% lower weight: 1.36 kg vs 1.56 kg
- Lower launch price: $984 vs $1,209
Reasons to pick the Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD)
- 44% higher Web browsing endurance: 10.5 h vs 7.3 h
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
- 27% higher capacity: 57 Wh vs 45 Wh
Display
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″ | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS (WUXGA, anti-glare) | IPS (anti-glare) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 300 nits | 400 nits+33% |
Performance
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140T Graphics (integrated) | AMD Radeon 860M (integrated) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | NVMe SSD (M.2 2242, PCIe 4.0 x4; second M.2 2280 slot free) | NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,925+2%Top 28% | 2,881Top 37% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 14,990+14%Top 38% | 13,181Bottom 45% |
Battery
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 45 Wh | 57 Wh+27% |
| Web browsing endurance | 7.3 h | 10.5 h+44% |
| Charging | 65 W | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.36 kg+13% | 1.56 kg |
| Thickness | 17.5 mm+24% | 22.9 mm |
| Material | Aluminum (top), PC-ABS (bottom) | Plastic (PC-ABS top and bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x USB-C (10Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB-A (5Gbps, one always-on), HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, SD card reader, 3.5mm combo jack | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 40Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort 1.4a), 2x USB-A (5Gbps, one always-on), 1x USB-A (USB 2.0), HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), 3.5mm combo audio jack, optional smart card reader |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p + IR with privacy shutter | 5MP IR camera with privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint reader (power button), IR camera for Windows Hello | Fingerprint reader (power button), IR camera for Windows Hello face recognition |
Software
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 (Intel) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
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