Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ). 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 ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Review

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.35 cm x 22.22 cm x 1.82 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology 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 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 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 - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec CX11771 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
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 ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Pen Pro Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 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
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 - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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