Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN). 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 Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

innovative AI features

impressive sound quality

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.93 cm x 19.74 cm x 1.51 cm 29.28 cm x 20.77 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 907 g
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Iron grey | Mica Black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, on-cell touch technology, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 3733 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Human Presence Detection
Sound Four speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, four microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features WoV (Wake-on-Voice) -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 22.87 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
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 - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Time of Flight (ToF) -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 1.09 W/kg (body), 1.09 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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
Model Number 14IIL 81Q8 -
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