In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) and Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.705 cm | 30 cm x 21 cm x 2.25 cm |
Weight | 1.4 kg | 1.54 kg |
Case Material | Carbon fibre, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide | Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre |
Colour | Black | Black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 11.6" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 1366 x 768 (HD) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 72% | - |
Features | Anti-reflective, anti-smudge | Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core m3 (7th Gen) 7Y30 / 1 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 3.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 6 MB | 4 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 2133 MHz | 1866 MHz |
Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | 1866 MHz |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung | 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 615 |
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Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | ThinkShutter camera privacy | - |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3286 | Realtek ALC3287 |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8111GUS-CG |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | - |
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Technology | LTE Advanced | - |
Controller | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 54 Wh | 42 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 15.4 hours | Up to 12 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A | 45 Watt, 20 V |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | - |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied cable) |
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) (20LD) | Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LN) |
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Included Accessories | ThinkPad Pen Pro, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable, USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
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Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, 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 |
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, MIL-STD-810G tested | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested |
Navigation Receiver | GPS | - |
Compliant Standards | RoHS | RoHS |
SAR Value | 1.372 W/kg (body), 1.372 W/kg (limb) | 0.855 W/kg (body), 0.855 W/kg (limb) |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Silver | EPEAT Gold |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site | - |