Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA). 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 (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 S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen

fast charging support

robust build quality

limited port selection

higher price point

average battery life

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 29.63 cm x 20.97 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Magnesium alloy
Colour Storm grey Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" 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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 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 HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, 4-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 67 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, stylus, 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, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Stylus, 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 ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - LX416W
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