In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) 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.
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
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.99 cm | 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 1.38 kg |
| Case Material | Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
| Colour | Onyx black | Storm grey |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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| 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 | 250 cd/m² | 500 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | - | 100% sRGB |
| Privacy Technology | - | ThinkPad Privacy Guard |
| Features | Glossy, One Glass Solution, Glass Film Film (GFF) | Anti-glare, One Glass Solution |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.4 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 Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| RAM | 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 16 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2400 MHz | 6400 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2400 MHz | 6400 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
| Slots Qty | 1 | - |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Video System Features | - | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 1 Megapixel | - |
| 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 | - | Realtek ALC3306 |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Audio Features | Harman audio technology | Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | M.2 Card | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
| Features | - | 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 Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 52.5 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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) |
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| Memory Card Reader | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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| Software Included | - | Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter |
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| Integrated Options | Accelerometer | - |
| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | 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 | 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 | RoHS | 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 | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Base warranty - battery - 1 year Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day |
| Model Number | 14IKBR 81C8 | - |
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