Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA). 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 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

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid AMD performance

competitive price point

dim display brightness

average build quality

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 35.78 cm x 25.39 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Storm grey Storm grey | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Glass Film Film (GFF), Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 8 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours Up to 11.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
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
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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 (82RA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor Accelerometer, hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, pen upgradable, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 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
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