Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR). 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 C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

moderate processor speed

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard feel

vivid display colors

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

modest storage options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology 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 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Glossy Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter 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 ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (4K support)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Security Fingerprint reader 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, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 -
Model Number 14API 81N6 -
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