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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize performance and durability, the ThinkPad X13 is a reliable choice, especially for business and power users who need a laptop that can handle demanding tasks and has a sturdier build. However, it comes at a higher cost. The V15, on the other hand, offers basic features suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing and office work, and it's more budget-friendly. It is a bit bulkier, so if portability is key for you and the higher price isn't a deterrent, the lighter and more compact X13 could serve you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a powerful CPU and more RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and responsiveness for various applications, and its superior screen quality, combined with a balance between portability and battery life, makes it ideal for on-the-go users needing reliability and performance. While the Lenovo V15 also suits general tasks and comes at a likely lower price point, the compromises in CPU performance and screen quality might be noticeable, although its ample storage and decent keyboard still make it a practical option for day-to-day activities.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.1
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while offering a decent GPU for light gaming and 3D tasks, may not have the high screen refresh rate that gamers typically seek, potentially limiting a smooth visual experience. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15, with similar GPU capabilities, also has a modest screen refresh rate and screen quality, but its CPU might better handle multitasking despite both being less than optimal for demanding gaming or 3D rendering compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
8.0
6.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its stronger CPU, more RAM, dedicated GPU, and higher screen quality, is better equipped for demanding engineering tasks and design work than the Lenovo V15, which, while still capable, offers less power and lower display fidelity, making it better suited for less intensive use. However, the X13's advantages come with less portability and potentially louder operating noise, trade-offs that are justified for users who need the extra performance and superior visual experience for their professional applications.
Content Creation
8.2
7.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
8.1
7.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo V15 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
6.9
5.4
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ThinkPad X13 offers better screen quality for general use and engineering due to higher resolution, brightness, and superior panel technology, resulting in crisper images and more accurate colors. For engineering and design applications, it covers a wider range of color gamuts, essential for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D, its lower refresh rate may lead to less fluid visuals compared to displays designed specifically for these purposes.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.7
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,241
$579
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a price of $1,241 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
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Battery
8.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X13 | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $579 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.88" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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