Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0). 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 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

full hd display

solid state drive

good battery life

backlit keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average audio quality

higher price range

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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