Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL). 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 X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard experience

impressive security features

good battery life

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful AMD processor

lightweight design

good battery life

fast SSD storage

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

average speaker quality.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm 32.82 cm x 22.14 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.45 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Onyx grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14.5" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3072 x 1920 (3K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, glass cover, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, PureSight display, T-CON colour calibration, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS CE / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Harman-branded; Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 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 Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor, ambient colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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 - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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