Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA). 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 3 (21CN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) 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

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

fast ssd storage

high-quality build

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
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 32.18 cm x 22.56 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Thunder black Inkwell grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14.5" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, VESA DisplayHDR 500, 89% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features 360° far-field microphones Output: Smart Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 90 Watt, 20 V, 4.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
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 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, compatible with stylus, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 95% RH
Model Number - M3099W
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