Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR). 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.

Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

innovative hinge design

solid battery life

responsive touch screen

limited port selection

moderate processing power

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Review

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

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard feel

vivid display colors

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

modest storage options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.28 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 999 g 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminum, carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Champagne gold Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Glossy Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
CPU Intel Core m5 (6th Gen) 6Y54 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 515 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Broadcom BCM4350 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 40 Watt, 20 V, 2 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (DC-In combo)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
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)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, G-sensor -
Security - 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, hard drive password, power-on password, digital compass, 1 USB 3.0 with Video-out Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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