Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 scores 8.4 versus 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (Geekbench multi 11,600 vs 9,850).
- Longer battery: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (14.2h vs 11.8h web).
- Lighter: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 (1.09 kg vs 1.36 kg).
- Cheaper: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (saves about $250 CAD).
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 vs Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,600 against 9,850 for the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 — roughly 18% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) averaged 31 FPS versus 22 FPS. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 11.8 hours. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is also easier to carry at 1.09 kg versus 1.36 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) measured brighter at 416 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $250 less than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12. Weighed against our test scores (8.4 vs 8.2 overall), the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) offers the better value for the money, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 review and Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 and the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 | Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.4 ✓ | 8.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $2,199 | $1,949 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | Intel Graphics (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ |
| Storage | 512GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 14" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 412 nits | 416 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 11.8 h | 14.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.09 kg ✓ | 1.36 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 9,850 | 11,600 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 22 fps | 31 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (3-year available) | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 scores 8.4 versus 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 or the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 scores 8.4 versus 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is the better choice for travel.
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