Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX). 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

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.85 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black paint Granite black IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
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 220 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 S145-15IGM (81MX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 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 S145-15IGM (81MX)
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 2400 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 S145-15IGM (81MX)
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
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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 S145-15IGM (81MX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IGM (81MX)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
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, 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 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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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