Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) and Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6). 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 L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

robust build quality

good keyboard comfort

decent battery life

average graphics performance

limited storage options

no high-resolution display

heavier than competitors

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

lightweight portability

affordable price point

solid build quality

average battery life

moderate processor speed

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) and Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom) Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre
Colour Thunder black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (81N6)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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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