Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD). 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 X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

vivid display colors

higher price point

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

moderate speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

robust build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

moderate display brightness

average graphics performance

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.55 cm 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Iron grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) 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 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 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 X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC1012L Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours Up to 12.16 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
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)
Dock
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)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (21AD)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
SAR Value 1.571 W/kg (body), 1.571 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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