Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8). 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 Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

crisp full hd display

robust dedicated graphics

solid build quality

adequate port selection

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.49 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 966.5 g
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Dark moss Black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 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 Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 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 Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
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, power-on password, Quick Charge Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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