Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) vs. Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) and Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS). 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 Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful AMD processor

versatile 2-in-1 design

ample storage options

robust build quality

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) and Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) vs. Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - Yes - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm 36.216 cm x 25.012 cm x 1.699 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle Glossy, one glass metal mesh (OGM), Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7535U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.55 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 20.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 20.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC UHS)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B6) Lenovo Yoga 7 16ARP8 (83BS)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, hall sensor
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Carbon Footprint - 364 kg carbon emissions
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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