Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU). 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 (21D3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful amd processor

bright oled display

eco-friendly materials

solid security features

higher price point

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average battery life

Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

vivid display quality

fast charging support

competitive price point

limited port selection

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.44 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 31.2 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" OLED 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (2.8K) 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, on-cell touch technology, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, 85° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Union Memory 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, Discrete IR Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, edge-to-edge backlit keyboard, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, Haptic ForcePad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Carbon Footprint 216 kg carbon emissions (EU) -
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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