In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm | 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 1.38 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic | Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic |
| Colour | Black paint | Black |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - 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 1080 (Full HD) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 500 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | - |
| Features | Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision | Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.8 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 16 MB | 4 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel CM246 | - |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | - |
| Video System Features | Max-Q design | - |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy | ThinkShutter camera privacy |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | Conexant CX11880 | Conexant CX11880 |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 80 Wh | 46 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 14 hours | Up to 14.1 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 135 Watt, 20 V | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | - |
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB 3.1 Gen 1 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied cable) |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable | USB-C power adapter |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS | RoHS |
| SAR Value | 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) | 0.98 W/kg (body), 0.98 W/kg (limb) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Silver | EPEAT Gold |
| TCO Certified | - | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 |
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