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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're heavily into gaming or require high performance for tasks like video editing, you might lean towards the Legion 7, but keep in mind it's likely heavier and may not have as long-lasting battery life, which impacts portability. The ThinkPad X13, on the other hand, generally offers better battery life and easier portability at a lower cost, making it suitable for everyday use and business applications but not as ideal for demanding graphic-intensive tasks. Consider what you'll use the laptop for most and whether the additional cost is justified for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
469.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion 7 is good.
The Lenovo Legion 7, primarily designed for gaming and performance-heavy tasks, offers a high-quality screen, ample RAM, and a powerful CPU, which are all very important, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, affecting portability. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 provides better portability, a high-quality keyboard, and longer battery life, making it very good for general use, though it might not match the Legion's performance for demanding tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.7
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 7 offers a high-end GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, making it ideal for those requirements. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while having a decent CPU and screen quality, doesn't match the Legion’s graphics or refresh capabilities, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Software Development
7.6
8.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 7 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
469.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 7 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo Legion 7 offers vibrant colors and high resolution which ensures sharp and clear content, crucial for both general computing and detailed engineering tasks; its exceptional color accuracy caters to professionals in design. However, its lower refresh rate may not be optimal for 3D applications, where a higher refresh rate is vital for smooth motion. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 also delivers satisfactory resolution and color representation for everyday tasks and design work, yet like the Legion, is less suited for gaming or 3D because of its refresh rate limitations.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 7 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 7 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion 7 typically offers a more powerful CPU and GPU, with ample RAM and high-quality screen, which makes it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks and design work that require intensive graphics and processing power. While the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 also supports engineering applications with good performance, it trades some power for increased portability and is known for a comfortable keyboard, making it a more balanced option for those who also prioritize mobility and typing experience.
Content Creation
7.9
8.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 7 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Lenovo Legion 7 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,459
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Legion 7 has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,459.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Legion 7 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,459 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10.3'' x 0.86'' | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.5 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 11.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.27" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 469 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2022
"The Lenovo Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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Benjamin Herzig | September 2023
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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