Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
82 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE LTE Advanced
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours Up to 12.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Slots Nano-SIM card 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
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