In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
robust build quality
excellent keyboard comfort
impressive battery life
good security features
reliable performance
average display brightness
limited graphics power
noisy under load
higher price point
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
robust build quality
excellent keyboard feel
impressive security features
good battery life
portable design
average display brightness
limited graphics performance
noisy under load
higher price point
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook | 
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm | 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm | 
| Weight | 1.35 kg | 1.26 kg | 
| Case Material | Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic | Magnesium (keyboard cover), aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) | 
| Colour | Black | Villi black | 
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 13.3" - IPS | 
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - | 
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight | 
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes | 
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 | 
| Image Brightness | 500 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² | 
| Colour Gamut | 72% | 72% NTSC | 
| Privacy Technology | ThinkPad Privacy Guard | - | 
| Features | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle | 
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz | AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz | 
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz | 
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 6-core | 
| Cache | 6 MB | L3 - 16 MB | 
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - | 
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller | 
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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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 | LPDDR4X SDRAM | 
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 4266 MHz | 
| Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | 4266 MHz | 
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Toshiba | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) | 
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | 
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| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) | 
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p | 
| Camera Features | IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus | 
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | 
| Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | Realtek ALC3287 | 
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio | 
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | M.2 Card | 
| Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8111EPV | 
| Features | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter | 
| WWAN | 
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| Generation | 4G | - | 
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| Technology | LTE Advanced | - | 
| Controller | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card | - | 
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer | 
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 57 Wh | 54.7 Wh | 
| Battery Life | Up to 21 hours | Up to 18.1 hours | 
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | 
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| Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt | 
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | 
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes | 
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | 
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)  USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock  | 
							USB 3.2 Gen 1  USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Dock Lenovo Ethernet extension connector  | 
					
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | - | 
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English | 
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T1) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) | 
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| Dockable | Yes | Yes | 
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | USB-C power adapter | 
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader | 
| Security Slot Type | Kensington 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-810G tested | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password | 
| Compliant Standards | RoHS | RoHS, TCG Certified | 
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes | 
| EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | EPEAT Gold | 
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 | 
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C | 
| Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C | 
| Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% | 
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return  Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site  |