Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC). 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 4 (21EX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) 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 ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

compact lightweight design

powerful intel processor

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.17 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.595 cm 32.18 cm x 22.56 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.09 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) Aluminum
Colour Deep black Inkwell grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14.5" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
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 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, Pantone Validated, VESA DisplayHDR 500, 89% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Output: Smart Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes 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 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX3404VC)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, compatible with stylus, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-using Products (EuP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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Model Number - M3130W
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