Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG). 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 X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Review

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

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard

impressive OLED display

reliable performance

higher price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

responsive touch screen

good keyboard comfort

average battery life

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.74 cm 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, narrow edge Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, Direct Bonding technology, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, one glass metal mesh (OGM), Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7600U / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11771 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours Up to 15.8 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 15.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro - German
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass -
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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