Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

responsive touchscreen

solid build quality

fast charging support

limited port selection

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

360-degree hinge flexibility

responsive touchscreen display

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average graphics performance

limited storage options

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.6 cm x 20.448 cm x 1.695 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.71 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, glass-fibre Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour Iron grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
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 LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
SAR Value 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.32 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number 13IML 81UE -
Other Comparisons with Lenovo Yoga C640-13IML (Lenovo Yoga C640)
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 (21B5)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: