Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH). 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 X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.28 cm x 20.77 cm x 1.67 cm 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm
Weight 907 g 1.26 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Magnesium (keyboard cover), aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Black paint Villi black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
RAM 16 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 X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Human Presence Detection Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.87 hours Up to 18.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH)
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, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS 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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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