Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX). 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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.06 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top)
Colour Villi black Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen 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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L2 - 1 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 690
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Qualcomm WCD9385
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 5G
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours Up to 28 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
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)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified 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 - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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