Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB). 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 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

Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

solid state drive storage

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 36.27 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.9 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon R4
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Atheros NFA435
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington mini 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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