Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Dell Precision 3571

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Dell Precision 3571. 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 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Dell Precision 3571 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3571 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent security features

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

limited color options

higher price point

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Dell Precision 3571
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Dell Precision 3571 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.79 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch, Low Blue Light technology, Super Low Power Panel (SLP)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel H45
Platform Technology Intel Evo Intel vPro Essentials
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA RTX A1000
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition + Windows 11 Pro Licence - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Precision 3571
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified FIPS 140-2
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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