Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4). 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 Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rotating soundbar speakers

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

attractive design

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

moderate storage capacity

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 32.2 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Storm grey Mica
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.9" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72%
Windows Ink Capability - Yes
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Glossy, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Four speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
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, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 Administrator password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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