Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA). 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 Gen 7 (21CE) Review

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

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superior keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no SD card slot

moderate storage options

ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen

good battery life

limited port selection

average graphics performance

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 31.1 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Storm grey Pine grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology Flicker Free technology, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 88% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics 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 - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 ASUS IceCool design, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - KN056W
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