Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9). 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 T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

reliable performance

average display brightness

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited color options

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 1.79 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 991.5 g
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour - Black weave
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores - 12-core
Cache - 18 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
RAM - 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified 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%
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