Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM). 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 (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
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) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - 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) 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, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8650U / 1.9 GHz Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p (front)
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) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111GUS-CG
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
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) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard Volume control, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (5th Gen) (20LM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security - 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
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
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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