Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC). 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 IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

moderate processor speed

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Privacy Technology - ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features Glossy Anti-glare, anti-reflective, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5675U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card AMD RZ616
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21BC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Security Fingerprint reader 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, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14API 81N6 -
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