Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm | 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm |
Weight | 1.32 kg | 1.38 kg |
Case Material | Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom) | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
Colour | Thunder black | Storm grey |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 13.3" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | 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 | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB |
Features | Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
Number of Cores | 10-core | 12-core |
Cache | 12 MB | 12 MB |
Platform Technology | - | Intel Evo |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 5200 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | 6400 MHz |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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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 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | 3 external monitor(s) |
Camera | Yes - 1080p (front) | Yes - 1080p |
Resolution | 5 Megapixel (rear) | - |
Camera Features | Privacy shutter, IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, fixed focus | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | Realtek ALC3306 |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | 4G upgradable |
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Technology | LTE | - |
Controller | Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 46 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 24.5 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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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, glass touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB 3.2 Gen 1 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 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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Software Included | - | Intel Connectivity Performance Suite |
MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen |
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Integrated Options | - | Accelerometer, proximity sensor |
Security | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 |
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 |
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site Limited warranty - battery - 1 year |