Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC). 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 Yoga (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

bright HDR display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

bright, vivid display

impressive security features

higher price point

average battery life

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.705 cm 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.55 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 72%
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8650U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.4 hours Up to 19.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 (20UC)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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 1.372 W/kg (body), 1.372 W/kg (limb) 1.571 W/kg (body), 1.571 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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