Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE). 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 ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative 5g connectivity

lightweight and portable

long battery life

touchscreen versatility

fanless, silent operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

higher price point

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.47 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 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 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, One Glass Solution, scratch-resistant, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.84 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD - UFS 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 680
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Qualcomm WCN3998
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Foxconn T99W175
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.36 hours Up to 24 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2 USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Pen
Integrated Options G-sensor Accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, Rapid Charge Express, Airplane mode switch
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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