In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm | 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm |
| Weight | 1.94 kg | 966.5 g |
| Case Material | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) | Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) |
| Colour | Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) | Black paint |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 16" OLED | 13" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) | 2160 x 1350 (2K) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | 450 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Features | Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 Pro 6950H / 3.3 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.9 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 12-core |
| Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 12 MB |
| Platform Technology | - | Intel Evo |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 6400 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 6400 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon RX 6500M / AMD Radeon 680M | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | 2 external monitor(s) |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Four speakers, four microphones |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | Realtek ALC3306 |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Qualcomm NFA725A | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
| Compliant Standards | DASH | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | WWAN upgradable |
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| Technology | LTE | - |
| Controller | Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card | - |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 72 Wh | 49.5 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 135 Watt | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - |
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| Interfaces | 3 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro - English | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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| Software Included | Glance by Mirametrix | Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C slim power adapter | USB-C slim power adapter |
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| Security | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | Kensington nano security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified | RoHS, TCG Certified |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | EPEAT Gold |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | 8 - 95% | 8 - 95% |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Base warranty - battery - 1 year Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site |
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Base warranty - battery - 1 year Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site |
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