Lenovo Yoga 370 vs ThinkPad X380 Yoga Kenya: Which Used Touch Laptop Wins?

Infinite Tech Kenya · Updated October 2026. Lenovo Yoga 370 vs ThinkPad X380 Yoga Kenya: Which Used Touch Laptop Wins? This guide uses distinct published laptop specifications and current listed prices to help Kenyan shoppers compare real purchase choices. It is not represented as a hands-on laboratory review.

Summary: which laptop makes more sense?

A tested Yoga 370 makes sense for basic tasks on a strict budget with a clear OS-support plan. Select the X380 Yoga for a newer platform and a longer useful horizon, provided the price premium is justified by condition and accessories.

Compare the currently listed configurations

These are shop catalogue snapshots checked in October 2026, not fixed supplier costs or price guarantees. Configurations and condition differ; confirm the individual unit before purchase.

Key differences that affect your purchase

Processor and exact SKU

These are both Lenovo business convertibles with touch, but one uses a seventh-generation Core i5 configuration and the other eighth-generation. The CPU-generation step matters for some demanding multitasking workloads.

RAM, storage and software

The 8GB/256GB capacities quoted on both listings mean you should examine the actual processor part number, display condition and battery rather than assume the higher price buys more storage.

Display, ports and practical use

The Yoga 370’s seventh-generation hardware may limit officially supported Windows 11 options, while many eighth-generation X380 Yoga configurations are eligible after confirming TPM and the complete Microsoft device requirements.

Used-device condition and support

Both laptops have folding hinges; hinge integrity, digitizer tracking and pen charging are particularly important. A bad stylus compartment or loose hinge can erase the savings of a bargain unit.

Which one should a Kenyan buyer actually choose?

A tested Yoga 370 makes sense for basic tasks on a strict budget with a clear OS-support plan. Select the X380 Yoga for a newer platform and a longer useful horizon, provided the price premium is justified by condition and accessories. For an office employee, think in terms of Excel, email, conferencing, portability and durability. For a student, consider whether learning software runs on officially supported Windows, how much local storage is needed and whether a touchscreen or pen really adds value.

Heavy workloads—CAD, gaming, video rendering or advanced machine-learning tasks—need requirements checked separately. A normal business convertible is not automatically a dedicated-GPU workstation, even when the CPU badge says Core i7.

Five practical tests before checkout

1. Confirm processor: capture the exact CPU SKU in Settings → System → About, and validate it against the manufacturer’s model-family specification.
2. Confirm memory and storage: verify installed RAM and total usable SSD space, and ask whether the RAM is soldered or socketed.
3. Inspect the screen: test brightness, dead pixels, hinges, webcam, keyboard, touch response and any stylus where relevant.
4. Run a battery report: use powercfg /batteryreport to compare full-charge versus design capacity. Review the report in context rather than promising hours of runtime.
5. Check platform security and warranty: verify Windows 11 eligibility through Microsoft PC Health Check plus TPM/firmware and obtain written refurbished warranty/return details.

Frequently asked questions

Do both support 360-degree folding?

The linked products are Yoga convertible models with folding touch displays.

Does Yoga 370 always have seventh-generation CPU?

Check the unit; the compared product advertises seventh-generation Core i5.

Is eighth-generation X380 better for Windows 11 planning?

Potentially, subject to TPM, firmware, security features and Microsoft’s full eligibility checks.

Does the pen automatically come with refurbished stock?

No. Confirm it physically with Infinite Tech before ordering.

Are these actual checked-in stock quantities?

No. Published WooCommerce price and configuration are shown; verify the supplier’s physical stock and warranty with Infinite Tech before ordering.

What must I inspect on a refurbished laptop?

Check CPU identification, display pixels and touch input where stated, SSD health, RAM capacity, Wi-Fi, hinges, keyboard and battery report.

Can I still rely on Windows 10 updates?

Normal Windows 10 support ended on 14 October 2025. Windows 11 compatibility or appropriate Microsoft Extended Security Updates should be considered.

Is a higher model number always a better purchase?

No. Refurbished laptop value also depends on exact processor, RAM, screen, battery condition, accessories and shop warranty.

Where can I buy these laptops in Nairobi?

Infinite Tech is at Rehema House, Standard Street, behind Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi CBD, 1st Floor Shop No. 2. Call or WhatsApp 0720450148 for confirmation.

Other guides worth reading

For background, read our closely related comparison, refurbished laptop grades guide, and used laptop inspection checklist. The product links in the table show the currently published models; check them for availability and updated prices.

Sources and transparency

Check model-family specifications at the manufacturer support and specifications portal. Microsoft’s Windows 10 end-of-support information explains why OS compatibility matters when buying older refurbished laptops.

This article relies on published product configurations and manufacturer-family documentation; no original benchmark figures or battery-duration promises have been fabricated. Exact CPU, display option, battery wear and accessories remain unit-specific.

Contact Infinite Tech: Rehema House, Standard Street (off Kimathi Street), behind Sarova Stanley Hotel, 1st Floor Shop 2, Nairobi CBD. Call/WhatsApp 0720450148 for purchasing advice, unit checks and delivery arrangements.