Razer Book 13 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Razer Book 13 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN). 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.

Razer Book 13 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Book 13 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning aluminum chassis

sharp, vibrant display

efficient performance

robust connectivity options

compact, portable design

premium price point

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

high price point

limited graphics performance

fewer ports available

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Razer Book 13 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Book 13 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.56 cm x 19.85 cm x 1.515 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Mercury Deep black paint
DISPLAY Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Screen Size (Type) 13.4" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, matte, slim bezel design, Factory Calibration, 178° viewing angle, Corning Gorilla glass 6 Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1365U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4267 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, 4-microphone array Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards THX Spatial Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
BATTERY Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (powered)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Cortana -
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Book 13 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security 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 Instant wake, Instant resume, Modern Standby Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
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