Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight and portable

good battery life

fast ssd storage

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price segment

average sound quality

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

fewer color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.22 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.59 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Storm grey | Cloud grey Deep black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2240 x 1400 (2.2K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G/5G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.5 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.61 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.61 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), Eyesafe Certification RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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