Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU)
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN). 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 ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

dim display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

higher price point

limited graphics power

no 4K display option

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm 31.04 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 72%
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Fixed focus IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.17 hours Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.696 W/kg (body), 1.696 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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