Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ). 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 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

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard experience

impressive battery life

strong security features

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.5 cm x 21.44 cm x 1.49 cm 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), 3D glass (top) Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Oatmeal Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" OLED 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (2.8K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 90 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 125% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 72% NTSC
Features 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 Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 5600 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Union Memory
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP) -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 75 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.7 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Interfaces 3 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BQ)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor, colour sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA) Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Gold
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 - 2 years - on-site
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