Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR). 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 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

vivid display colors

higher price point

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

moderate speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

adequate port selection

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.55 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.706 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Iron grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology 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 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7730U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC1012L Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card AMD RZ616
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G upgradable
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FR)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security 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 mini 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 1.571 W/kg (body), 1.571 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 - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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