Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4). 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 (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

Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Thunder black Iron grey | Iron grey texture | Iron grey IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - 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 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 20 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features 360° far-field microphones -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
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 X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
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
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 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 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Lenovo V14-IIL (82C4)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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