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

Dell Latitude 5440 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5440 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

advanced security features

good value pricing

moderate display brightness

average graphics performance

limited color range

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Dell Latitude 5440
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83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Dell Latitude 5440 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.104 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 157
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.161 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution - 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter Privacy shutter, IR/RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees, 86.6 degrees (IR camera)
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Dell Latitude 5440
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
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 ExpressCharge, single pointing, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
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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