Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

adequate performance

reasonable price

average battery life

limited upgrade options

modest graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.56 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.93 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 991.5 g
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Silver Black weave
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Atheros NFA435 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (Always On)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 510S-14IKB (80UV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Included Accessories Power adapter Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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