Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) 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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

higher price point

moderate display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) and Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.539 cm 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.47 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - 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 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Glossy, One Glass Solution, scratch-resistant, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) 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 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
RAM 8 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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 512 GB SSD - UFS 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) 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 Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Wireless 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
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 5G
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card Foxconn T99W175
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.9 hours Up to 24 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) 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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) 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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, Rapid Charge Express, Airplane mode switch
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified 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 - 2 years
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