Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) vs. LG gram 14Z90R

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) and LG gram 14Z90R. 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 X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

LG gram 14Z90R Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 14Z90R based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

high-resolution display

robust processing power

fast ssd storage

higher price range

limited gaming performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) and LG gram 14Z90R
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
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85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) vs. LG gram 14Z90R Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm 21.1 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.06 kg 999 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top) Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
Colour Thunder black Obsidian black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology 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 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 99% DCI-P3, 95% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 60 Hz refresh rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 690 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI Face recognition, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Qualcomm WCD9385 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 5G -
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 28 hours Up to 28.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Touchpad, 101 keys keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 2 x SSD (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (supports DisplayPort)
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), LG On Screen Display 3, Alexa, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite, PCmover Professional, LG PC Manuals, LG Update & Recovery, LG Glance by Mirametrix, New Wallpaper, Intel Unison, Dolby Atmos sound, LG Lively Theme, LG Display Extension, LG Security Guard, Sync on Mobile, LG Smart Assistant 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) LG gram 14Z90R
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter 65W USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS LED indicator
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified MIL-STD 810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number - K.AA78A1
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