Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
13.3" - IPS
Resolution
1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM
16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Core Qty
10-core
Storage
256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
Battery Capacity
54.7 Wh

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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Review

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robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Total Rating

86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Product Type Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.17 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.09 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core
Cache 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) 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 - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Wireless 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)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Technology Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Interfaces 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 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-using Products (EuP) 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%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day

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