Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) and Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730). 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.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.74 cm 30.68 cm x 21.63 cm x 1.41 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 270 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glossy, narrow edge Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11771 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - JBL, Cortana Far-Field Technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours Up to 11.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - French
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) (20JE) Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (Lenovo Yoga 730)
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, gyro sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number - 13IKB 81CT
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