Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD). 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 Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS, plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 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 upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 24.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C (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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer, proximity sensor
Security - 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 Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb) -
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
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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