Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

responsive touch screen

good keyboard comfort

average battery life

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

reliable performance

average battery life

limited graphics power

higher price point

no 4K display option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm 30.17 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Magnesium (bottom), magnesium (top)
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, Direct Bonding technology, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, one glass metal mesh (OGM), Dolby Vision Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.8 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 15.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - German Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen Power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS 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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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