Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK). 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 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 Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

affordable price point

average battery life

modest processor speed

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.74 cm 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate, glass-fibre
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, narrow edge Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Glass Film Film (GFF)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7600U / 2.8 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11771 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass Accelerometer
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.39 W/kg (body), 1.39 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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