Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN). 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 Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful intel processor

premium build quality

innovative soundbar hinge

responsive touchscreen

high price point

limited port selection

heavier design

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.244 cm x 24.482 cm x 1.79 cm 35.61 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.985 cm
Weight 2.18 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Storm grey Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 3200 x 2000 (3.2K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Glass Panel, Delta E<1 calibration, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, TCON (Timing Controller) colour calibration Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) i7-13705H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, e-camera shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Two tweeters, four woofers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Smart Amplifier High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 75 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
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 2.1 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Carbon Footprint 366 kg carbon emissions -
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 - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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