Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS). 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 ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

sleek aluminum design

fast intel core performance

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) Aluminum
Colour Dual tone storm grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, glass cover, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3733 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 62 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours Up to 19 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS
SAR Value - 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.439 W/kg (body)
0.439 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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