Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) vs. Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) and Lenovo V15 IML (82NB). 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 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

Lenovo V15 IML (82NB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 IML (82NB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate processor performance

decent keyboard layout

sufficient storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

modest battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) and Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) vs. Lenovo V15 IML (82NB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Magnesium (keyboard cover), aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Villi black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Interfaces 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
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Lenovo V15 IML (82NB)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant 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
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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