When choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that the MacBook Pro often offers a seamless experience with other Apple products, a user-friendly operating system, and strong build quality but at a premium price and with limited ports. Meanwhile, the ThinkBook 13x may provide better value for money, a range of ports, and flexibility with its Windows operating system, which can be better for certain business applications and compatibility with a wide array of software, but may have a different build quality and user experience. Consider your budget, your need for specific software or ecosystem integration, and your preference for either MacOS or Windows. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6/10
8.2/10
13.3in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the Apple MacBook Pro 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The MacBook Pro's screen offers high resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use, and a wide color gamut, essential for precision in engineering and design, but its standard refresh rate limits its utility for 3D applications. The Lenovo ThinkBook also boasts high resolution and brightness for clarity in everyday tasks and detailed design work but falls short in gaming and 3D due to a refresh rate that isn’t optimized for the quick frame changes these tasks demand. Both laptops prioritize color accuracy and visual detail over the faster refresh rates required for a smooth 3D or gaming experience.
Battery
20.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.6/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 offers smooth performance with its efficient CPU and ample RAM, while also delivering a high-quality screen and long battery life in a portable design, making it ideal for everyday tasks and mobility. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with similar performance credentials and a focus on portability and battery efficiency, also comes with a high-quality screen and good keyboard, catering to users who need a reliable device for productivity on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.6/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 offers a high-quality screen and smooth performance for general tasks, but its GPU and lower screen refresh rate limit its 3D capabilities, and many popular games are incompatible with macOS. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with a more capable GPU for its class and a suitable screen refresh rate, provides a more balanced experience for both gaming and 3D applications on a Windows platform that supports a wider range of software.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022), with its strong CPU, high RAM capacity, and superior screen quality, excels in handling demanding engineering and design tasks, while its GPU capabilities are robust enough for complex visual computations. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while offering solid CPU performance and ample RAM, has great portability and a balance of good keyboard and speaker quality, making it a good choice for engineers and designers who value mobility and comfort during extended use.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.0/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkBook 13x to be very good for content creation, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.8/10
7.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.5in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkBook 13x to have excellent portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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