Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR). 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 Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rotating soundbar speakers

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

attractive design

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

moderate storage capacity

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 C930-13IKB (81C4) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.49 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Mica Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Screen Size (Type) 13.9" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Glossy, capacitive touch screen Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 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 Four speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 C930-13IKB (81C4) 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 Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga C930-13IKB (81C4) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor -
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 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 - pick-up and return -
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