Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ). 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 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Review

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

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

limited storage options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.415 cm x 1.59 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.706 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), carbon fibre hybrid (bottom) Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 20.83 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, 4096 pressure levels, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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