Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and ASUS BR1100F (CDXA). 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 Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged durability

touchscreen versatility

affordable pricing

360-degree hinge

decent battery life

modest performance

low-resolution screen

limited storage capacity

heavy design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Storm grey Dark grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 50% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington 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, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 Tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
Repairability Index - 5.8 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 3Y
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