Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED display option

modest port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm 30.17 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS, plastic Magnesium (bottom), magnesium (top)
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD 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
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 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 Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F3)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security - 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 Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge Administrator 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, ERP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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