The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is a budget-friendly option appropriate for basic tasks and its lower price reflects its limited performance and features compared to the more expensive Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which offers better performance, a higher quality display, and additional features like tablet mode. If price is a primary concern and your computing needs are minimal, then the IdeaPad may suffice. However, for more demanding tasks, a better screen, and 2-in-1 versatility, the ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga would be a more suitable but costlier investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
7.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" falls short in general use due to its inferior CPU, less RAM, lower quality screen, shorter battery life, and limited portability compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which boasts a superior CPU, more RAM, a better screen, longer battery life, and greater portability. Additionally, the ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is equipped with larger storage, a higher quality keyboard, better speakers, quieter operating noise, and more efficient heat management, making it a more suitable choice for most users.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
6.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has modest specifications with a lower performance CPU and graphics, limited RAM and storage, and a lesser quality TN display, which isn't ideal for demanding engineering tasks or design work that require more power and superior visuals.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.4/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.3/10
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1's screen may not provide the sharpness, brightness, and viewing angles you would typically want, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers high resolution and brightness, making it satisfying for everyday tasks and productivity. The IdeaPad 1 falls short for engineering and design due to limited color range and accuracy, whereas the ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga's screen covers a broader color spectrum, essential for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, gamers and those into 3D might find the ThinkPad X1 lacks the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion, whereas the IdeaPad 1's lower overall quality also impacts enjoyable gaming and 3D experiences.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$725
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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