Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0). 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 T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

noisy under load

expensive base model

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight, portable design

powerful intel performance

excellent battery life

responsive touch screen

higher price range

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

can get warm

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
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75 % - Display
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm 31.5 cm x 21.44 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.21 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Aluminium (bottom), 3D glass (top)
Colour Thunder black Oatmeal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 125% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, HDR 500 True Black, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, PureSight display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 5600 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, Performance - Kioxia 1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP)
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39.3 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve
Integrated Options - Hall sensor, colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 2 years - on-site
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