Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long-lasting battery

lightweight design

5g connectivity

comfortable keyboard

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average display quality

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.06 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top)
Colour Light silver Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3
Max Turbo Speed 2.84 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache - L2 - 1 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 680 Qualcomm Adreno 690
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Qualcomm WCD9341 Qualcomm WCD9385
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 5G 5G
Controller Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours Up to 28 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
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
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Proximity sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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