Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) vs. Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY). 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 ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful intel processor

premium build quality

innovative soundbar hinge

responsive touchscreen

high price point

limited port selection

heavier design

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) vs. Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm 36.244 cm x 24.482 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.18 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3200 x 2000 (3.2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Glass Panel, Delta E<1 calibration, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, TCON (Timing Controller) colour calibration
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) i7-13705H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, e-camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, four woofers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, far-field Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46.5 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 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 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
Carbon Footprint - 366 kg carbon emissions
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 - 1 year - pick-up and return
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