Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. LG gram 14Z90R

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and LG gram 14Z90R. 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 X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

LG gram 14Z90R Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 14Z90R based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

high-resolution display

robust processing power

fast ssd storage

higher price range

limited gaming performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and LG gram 14Z90R
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. LG gram 14Z90R Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm 21.1 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 999 g
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
Colour Black paint Obsidian black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 99% DCI-P3, 95% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration Anti-glare, 60 Hz refresh rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 12-core
Cache 24 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 4 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Face recognition, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 28.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Touchpad, 101 keys keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) 2 x SSD (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (supports DisplayPort)
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Express Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), LG On Screen Display 3, Alexa, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite, PCmover Professional, LG PC Manuals, LG Update & Recovery, LG Glance by Mirametrix, New Wallpaper, Intel Unison, Dolby Atmos sound, LG Lively Theme, LG Display Extension, LG Security Guard, Sync on Mobile, LG Smart Assistant 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) LG gram 14Z90R
Included Accessories Power adapter 65W USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication LED indicator
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2 MIL-STD 810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 9 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number - K.AA78A1
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