Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB). 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 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 ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

360-degree hinge versatility

responsive touch screen

durable build quality

solid security features

fast charging support

moderate battery life

standard HD display

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.539 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Black Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - 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 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5675U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G upgradable
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
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 Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
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)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (20W9) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BB)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
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 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-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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 - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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