Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard feel

vivid display colors

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

modest storage options

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

reliable performance

average battery life

limited graphics power

higher price point

no 4K display option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 30.17 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Magnesium (bottom), magnesium (top)
Colour Storm grey Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G upgradable
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 54.7 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 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 (4K support)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HR) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Security Discrete 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 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, system 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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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