Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL). 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 ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid keyboard experience

good battery life

adequate performance level

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Villi black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.6 hours Up to 24 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WL)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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 -
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