Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra. 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 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

advanced graphics capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
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85 % - Display
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85 % - Connectivity
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82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 991.5 g 1.79 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Black weave Graphite
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 16" - AMOLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 212
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 120% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 16 million colours
Features Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, Eye Caring, gaming performance
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 14-core
Cache 18 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Auto framing
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - Pro keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Backlit
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Slots - SSD (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x Thunderbolt 4
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Included Accessories Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter 100W USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified IEC 61960
SAR Value - 0.232 W/kg (limb), 0.232 W/kg (body)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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