Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0). 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight, portable design

powerful intel performance

excellent battery life

responsive touch screen

higher price range

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

can get warm

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 31.5 cm x 21.44 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (bottom), 3D glass (top)
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Oatmeal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 125% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, HDR 500 True Black, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, PureSight display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 5600 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
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 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP)
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours Up to 11.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve
Integrated Options - Hall sensor, colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 2 years - on-site
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