Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16 Comparison

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16, two laptops from Lenovo and Gigabyte. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition was introduced to market in January 2026 and Gigabyte A16 was launched in May 2025. There is only 8 months difference between ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 are members of Gigabyte's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Lenovo Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Lenovo Legion 7a Gen 11 16AGP11, 2026	March 2026	16.0"	344 x 244.5 x 18.95-19.95 mm	1.87 kg (4.12 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 5i Gen 11 2026	January 2026	15.3"	344 x 245.5 x 18.95-19.95 mm	1.87 kg (4.12 lbs)
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5a Gen 11 16 2026	January 2026	16.0"	356 x 250 x 15.85 mm	1.66 kg (3.66 lbs)
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 11 16 2026	January 2026	16.0"	356 x 250 x 15.64-16.53 mm	1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition	January 2026	14.0"	313.5 x 219.25 x 9.4-16.4 mm	1.18 kg (2.6 lbs)
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition 14	January 2026	14.0"	312.6 x 213.8 x 13.9 mm	0.97 kg (2.14 lbs)
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 11 14	January 2026	14.0"	312 x 221 x 13.9 mm	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition 14" Intel	January 2026	14.0"	312.5 x 215.75 x 12.3-15.3 mm	1 kg (2.21 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and Gigabyte A16 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition Key Specs

Launched in January 2026
14.0" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 336H
GPU: Intel Xe3 Graphics
16GB Ram
313.5 x 219.25 x 9.4-16.4 mm (12.34 x 8.63 x 0.37-0.65 inches)
Weight: 1.18 kg (2.6 lbs)

Gigabyte A16 Key Specs

Launched in May 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB
8GB Ram
358.3 x 262.5 x 19.45-22.99 mm (14.11 x 10.33 x 0.77-0.91 inches)
Weight: 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition over Gigabyte A16

Weight	1.18 kg vs 2.20 kg	1.02 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.7% vs ~78.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6 mm vs 6.8 mm	0.8 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 65%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	2 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Reasons to choose Gigabyte A16 over Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Dedicated GPU unit
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Touchpad Size	13.5 x 9.0 cm vs 12.0 x 8.0 cm	Larger Touchpad Area
Key Travel	1.7 mm vs 1.5 mm	Better typing feel

Common Strengths of Gigabyte A16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Launch Dates	January 2026 vs May 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and the Gigabyte A16.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.18 kg (2.6 lbs)	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
Surface Area	687 cm² (106.5 inches²)	941 cm2 (145.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.7%	~78.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6 mm	~6.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.08 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.176 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black
Cover Opening Angle	360°	180°

Comparison of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and the Gigabyte A16 External Dimensions

Weight

ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition weighs 1.18 kg (2.6 lbs), whereas the A16 weighs 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Thickness Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition is 0.08 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Gigabyte A16 is 0.14 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Intel Core Ultra 7 356H Intel Core Ultra 7 366H Intel Core Ultra X7 358H	Intel Core i5 13420H Intel Core i7 13620H AMD Ryzen 7 260
Base Frequency	1.9 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	12 (4P + 8E)	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Xe3 Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	2 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and Gigabyte A16.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 336H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13420H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Xe3 Graphics	GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
Boost CLock Frequency	2300 MHz	2130 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		85 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	9.6 Gbps	~16 Gbps

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition has a FLOPS value of whereas the Gigabyte A16 ' has a FLOPS value of 10.9 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Gigabyte A16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	9600 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the A16's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

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BATTERY

BATTERY	58 Wh	76 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	150 W

On the other hand, the A16 features a higher battery capacity of 76 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition's 58 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

STORAGE
The A16 offers a larger max storage capacity of 4 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition's storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and Gigabyte A16 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition has a display size of 14.0".On the other hand, A16 has a larger16.0" display.The total usable screen area of the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the A16's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Refresh Rate
The A16 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition vs Gigabyte A16 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to A16 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 have USB-A ports. ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while A16 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 have USB Type-C ports. ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while A16 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. A16 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition nor A16 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition and A16 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes