Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

sleek aluminum design

fast processing speed

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

average speaker quality

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black paint Iron grey | Mica
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Glossy, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 16 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3733 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 62 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 19 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S740)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IIL 81RS
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