Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16). 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 4 (21EX) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

sharp OLED display

efficient AMD processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.17 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.595 cm 35.755 cm x 24.59 cm x 1.295 cm
Weight 1.09 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Deep black Olivine black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 16" OLED
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eyesafe technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7840U / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 780M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - QHD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 54 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4/DisplayPort (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Microsoft Pluton chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge 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, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-using Products (EuP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
SAR Value - 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 2 W/kg (head)
2 W/kg (body)
2 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 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
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 43
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