Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.47 cm | 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm |
| Weight | 1.35 kg | 1.5 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
| Colour | Iron grey | Dual tone abyss blue |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% sRGB |
| Features | Glossy, One Glass Solution, scratch-resistant, 72% NTSC colour gamut | Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Glass Panel, Dolby Vision |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495 | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 2.84 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 10-core |
| Cache | - | 12 MB |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 1866 MHz | 3200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 1866 MHz | 3200 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 1 |
| Empty Slots | - | 1 |
| STORAGE | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD - UFS 3.0 | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Qualcomm Adreno 680 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
| Max Monitors Supported | 2 external monitor(s) | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus | Privacy shutter, fixed focus |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3287 |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
| Audio Features | - | Noise-cancellation technology, Harman audio technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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| Wireless Controller | Qualcomm WCN3998 | M.2 Card |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 5G | - |
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| Controller | Foxconn T99W175 | - |
| BATTERY | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 60 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 10.5 hours |
| Battery Run Time | - | Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 10.5 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 45 Watt | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Type | Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen | Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office (Trial) | Microsoft Office (Trial) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo Yoga 5G 14Q8CX05 (81XE) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Pen | USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen |
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| Integrated Options | Accelerometer | - |
| Security | Fingerprint reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington nano security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Administrator password, Rapid Charge Express, Airplane mode switch | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS |
| Navigation Receiver | GPS | - |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 | RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | - | 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 | Limited warranty - 2 years | Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site |
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