Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN). 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 X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Villi black Villi black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, 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 X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE LTE
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24 hours Up to 23.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, 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 X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS
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 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
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