Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3). 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 ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

impressive 2K display

360-degree hinge versatility

robust build quality

good battery life

limited port selection

average performance

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED display option

modest port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.75 cm x 23.27 cm x 1.15 cm 30.17 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.15 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, titanium alloy Magnesium (bottom), magnesium (top)
Colour Titanium Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 (QHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, ToF sensor, Human Presence Detection Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 44.5 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, 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 X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
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
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 (20QA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyroscope -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator 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, TCG Certified 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 -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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