Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) and Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

responsive touchscreen display

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative 5g connectivity

lightweight and portable

long battery life

touchscreen versatility

fanless, silent operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

higher price point

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) and Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.499 cm 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.47 cm
Weight 1.399 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Storm grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, on-cell touch technology, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Glossy, One Glass Solution, scratch-resistant, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.84 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB -
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - UFS 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 680
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Four speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Qualcomm WCN3998
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Foxconn T99W175
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.9 hours Up to 24 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20XY) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor Accelerometer
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, Rapid Charge Express, Airplane mode switch
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Dynamic Privacy Filter (DPF) Certification RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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