Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) vs. ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) and ASUS BR1402C (i381XA). 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 (20XJ) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) and ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) vs. ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm 33.29 cm x 22.89 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Plastic
Colour Villi black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 N305
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 128 GB
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
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 - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password, LED indicator, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - 3Y
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