Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2
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Price facts
- Last seen at $202.00 used at retail.era on Nov 10.
Our take on the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2
The ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 is Lenovo's budget business laptop, here in an 11th-gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 build with 16GB RAM and a 256GB SSD. It is the value tier of the ThinkPad line: the keyboard, TrackPoint and spill resistance carry over, but the chassis is plastic, the screen is a basic 15.6-inch panel and the battery is smaller than on the T-series. Reviewers rate it as a solid office and study machine for the money, with the usual caveats on display quality and speakers. This unit is used, with a cracked LCD frame, light scratches and a battery at 81% health, so it suits a buyer who wants ThinkPad typing and serviceability without paying new prices.
- Comfortable, spill-resistant ThinkPad keyboard with TrackPoint
- 16GB RAM handles many browser tabs and office apps at once
- Core i5-1135G7 is quick for everyday work
- Easy to open and upgrade RAM and storage
- USB-A, USB-C, HDMI and Ethernet cover common desk setups
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 prices at every store
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$202.00Checked Nov 10
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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 price history
Lowest price we've seen: $1,394.00 on Nov 10 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
What reviewers say
Owners and reviewers treat the E15 Gen 2 as a dependable budget business laptop: the keyboard and upgrade access get steady praise, while the screen, speakers and battery life draw the most complaints.
- KeyboardPraisedOwners say the keys have good travel and the TrackPoint is handy for typing-heavy work.
- DisplayCriticisedReviewers call the base panel dim with poor viewing angles, fine for office work but not for photos or video.
- UpgradabilityPraisedThe bottom cover comes off easily and RAM and SSD can be swapped, which owners like for extending life.
Questions and answers
- Is the ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 good for everyday work?
- Yes. The i5-1135G7 and 16GB RAM handle browsing, Office documents and video calls without strain. It is not meant for heavy gaming or video editing.
- How does it compare with the ThinkPad T15?
- The T15 has a stronger metal chassis, a better screen option and longer battery life. The E15 costs less and keeps the same keyboard and upgrade access, so it is the value pick.
- Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?
- Yes. The E15 Gen 2 has accessible memory and M.2 storage slots, so you can add RAM and swap the 256GB SSD for a larger drive.
- Is the battery health a problem at 81%?
- At 81% health the battery still holds a charge but has lost roughly a fifth of its original capacity. Expect shorter runtimes than new, and plan on a replacement if you work unplugged.
- What comes in the box?
- The laptop and its power adapter. No mouse, sleeve or manuals are included.
- Does the cracked LCD frame affect the screen?
- The crack is in the plastic frame around the panel, not the display itself. Check that the lid closes squarely and the webcam still works, since frame damage can worsen with use.
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