Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8). 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 X380 Yoga Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

moderate storage options

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

affordable price point

decent battery life

moderate display brightness

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.35 cm x 22.22 cm x 1.82 cm 35.78 cm x 25.39 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - 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 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge 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 X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11771 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.6 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 X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Pen Pro Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, pen upgradable, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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
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