Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
14" - IPS
Resolution
1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Touchscreen
Yes (10-point multi-touch)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM
16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Core Qty
10-core
Storage
256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
Battery Capacity
57 Wh

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Review

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excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

moderate storage options

Total Rating

86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core
Cache 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) 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 - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G
Technology LTE
Controller FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Technology Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Interfaces 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)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Included Accessories Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day

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