Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA). 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 8 (21HQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

moderate storage options

ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen

fast charging support

robust build quality

limited port selection

higher price point

average battery life

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 29.63 cm x 20.97 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Magnesium alloy
Colour Storm grey Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Privacy Technology ThinkPad Privacy Guard -
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, 4-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 67 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, stylus, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
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 (4K support)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) ASUS Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED (UP5302ZA)
Included Accessories Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter Stylus, USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
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
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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Model Number - LX416W
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