Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) vs. Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) and Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1). 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 15IIL05 (81X3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) 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 display brightness

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb 4k display

responsive touchscreen

powerful intel processor

rotating sound bar

stylish design

high price point

limited port selection

average battery life

heavier build

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) and Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) vs. Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.76 cm x 23.79 cm x 2.09 cm 31.8 cm x 23 cm x 1.525 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Graphite grey Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 100% DCI-P3
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen Glossy, capacitive touch screen, Eyesafe technology, HDR 500 True Black, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
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 5200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 14 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
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 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Lenovo Yoga 9 14IRP8 (83B1)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Precision Pen 2, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve
Bundled with - Lenovo USB-C 3-in-1 Hub
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, smart charge Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 1.624 W/kg (body), 1.624 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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