Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

compact design

average display quality

limited graphics power

modest storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

no OLED option

fewer color choices

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.73 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom) Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Thunder black Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
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)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (21B3) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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
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