Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8). 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 ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 35.46 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Dual tone storm grey Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Anti-glare, Delta E<2 calibration, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3306-CG
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling Output: harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS, LA2-Q AI performance chip
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TCO Certified 9.0, Low-VOC
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Carbon Footprint - 402 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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