Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

sleek aluminum design

fast intel core performance

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

fewer color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Iron grey Deep black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
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 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, glass cover, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 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 S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3733 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics 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 IR camera, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G/5G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 62 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
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 S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
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)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge 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
SAR Value 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.439 W/kg (body)
0.439 W/kg (limb)
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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
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