Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

In depth comparison and review of Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 3k display

sleek metallic design

powerful intel processor

impressive touchpad size

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

high price point

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
82 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.4 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.46 cm 32.74 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.93 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Metal Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Space grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Screen Size (Type) 13.9" - LTPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 260 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features 178° viewing angle, 91% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
RAM 16 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 3733 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Recessed camera -
Sound Four speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7 hours
Battery Run Time Video playback: up to 10 hours
Web browsing: up to 11 hours
Regular usage: up to 11 hours
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AC ADAPTER Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Type Keyboard, touch-screen, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Gesture function, chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (charging/data/video)
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Huawei Matebook X Pro 2021 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Cables Included USB-C charge cable -
Integrated Options Light sensor, Huawei Share sensor -
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Noise reduction, 2x2 MiMo function, Shark Fin 2.0 fan design, one-touch power button, heat dissipation system Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IKB 80X2
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