Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5). 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 X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

sharp, vibrant display

higher price point

limited port selection

average graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

360-degree hinge flexibility

responsive touchscreen display

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average graphics performance

limited storage options

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.499 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm
Weight 1.399 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Storm grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Four speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE LTE
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
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 X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, 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 X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (20Y0) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
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 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
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 - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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