Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6)
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD). 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 ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, glass-fibre reinforced polymer Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Western Digital 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1 NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.23 hours Up to 24.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
LAN (on supplied adapter)
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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga (20R6) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options G-sensor Accelerometer, proximity sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.98 W/kg (body), 0.98 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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 - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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