Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG). 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.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

decent display quality

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
82 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Aluminum Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 12.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
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 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UG)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RR -
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