Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6). 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

Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

compact and portable

affordable price point

touchscreen functionality

decent battery life

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 29.4 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Storm grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Glossy, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Dual-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 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 CX11802
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
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 Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
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 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 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 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga 330-11IGM (81A6)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor Accelerometer
Security Discrete 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, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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
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