Huawei Matebook 16 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Huawei Matebook 16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX). 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.

Huawei Matebook 16 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Huawei Matebook 16 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful ryzen processor

affordable gaming option

decent battery life

robust build quality

fast ssd storage

average display quality

heavier design

noisy under load

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Huawei Matebook 16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Huawei Matebook 16 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.1 cm x 25.49 cm x 1.78 cm 30.17 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.99 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Space grey Deep black
DISPLAY Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2520 x 1680 (2.5K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 189 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Matte, Flicker Free technology, Eye comfort mode, 178° viewing angle, DC dimmer, 90% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 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
Camera Features Recessed camera Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 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) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 84 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time: up to 12.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (charging/data/video)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
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 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Huawei PC Manager, Huawei Share, Huawei Factory Reset Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Huawei Matebook 16 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Huawei Share sensor -
Security Fingerprint reader 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 Microphone with echo cancelling, 2x2 MiMo function, HUAWEI SuperCharge, microphones AI noise reduction 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 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 RoHS, Energy-using Products (EuP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 90% RH 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years 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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