Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)

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Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530)
Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE). 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.76 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.67 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, glass-fibre Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Onyx black | Liquid blue Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Glass Film Film (GFF) Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 24.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (Lenovo Yoga 530) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen 2 USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer, proximity sensor
Security Fingerprint reader 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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 -
Model Number 14IKB 81EK -
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