In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
excellent build quality
versatile 2-in-1 design
impressive battery life
superb keyboard experience
high-resolution display
higher price point
limited graphics performance
no HDMI port
moderate storage options
Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
high-resolution touchscreen
powerful gaming performance
lightweight and portable
versatile convertible design
robust build quality
expensive price point
average battery life
limited port selection
loud under load
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm | 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.19 cm |
| Weight | 1.38 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) | - |
| Colour | Storm grey | Off black |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 16" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 500 cd/m² | 1100 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Privacy Technology | ThinkPad Privacy Guard | - |
| Features | Anti-glare, One Glass Solution | WideView, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated, Corning Gorilla glass DXC, GF2 multi-touch |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 10-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB |
| Platform Technology | Intel Evo | - |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 6400 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 6400 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 0 |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | - |
| Video Memory | - | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) | Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision | IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone | Four speakers, 3-microphone array |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Audio Features | Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field | Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Wireless | NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | - |
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| Technology | LTE | - |
| Controller | FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card | - |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 57 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 65 Watt | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design | Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| 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 (4K support) |
ROG XG Mobile Interface/USB-C 3.2 Gen 2/DisplayPort 1.4 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI 2.1 (switch) Headphone/microphone combo jack Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery) |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro - English | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite | Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) |
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| Included Accessories | Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter | Power adapter |
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| 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 | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication | Built-in 3 cooling fans, integrated dust filters, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, ROG Nebula Display, 0dB Ambient Cooling |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display | - |
| 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 Base warranty - battery - 1 year Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day |
Limited warranty - 2 years |
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