Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA). 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful amd processor

lightweight and portable

high-quality audio system

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 35.4 cm x 23.8 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Pine grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Glossy, blue light reduction, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 88% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 96 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - 2 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED (UM535QA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication System password, MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift, ASUS IceCool Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, EU REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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Model Number - KY213W
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