Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4). 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 X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

higher price point

moderate display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

affordable price point

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

fanless, silent operation

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

underpowered for multitasking

fewer connectivity options.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.539 cm 28.17 cm x 19.8 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 50% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Glossy, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3020E / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 37.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.9 hours Up to 11.25 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11ADA05 (82G4)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Wall mount power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope Accelerometer
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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, hard drive password, smart charge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.1 W/kg (body), 1.1 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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