Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8). 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 ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

efficient Ryzen processor

comfortable keyboard layout

affordable price point

solid state drive included

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

limited graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) 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 speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
82 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.79 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 966.5 g
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13" - IPS
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 300 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, four microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
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Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 ABA (21DK) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
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 nano 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-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 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
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