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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're looking for robust performance and a laptop that's tailored for business and engineering tasks, the ThinkPad X13 is a solid choice, but keep in mind it costs more. The Yoga 6 offers versatility with its 2-in-1 design, making it suitable for general use and providing the advantage of a touch screen that can be handy for creative tasks. Bear in mind though, the Yoga 6 may not handle intensive tasks as well as the X13. ThinkPad models typically offer better keyboards and durability, while the Yoga series is more about flexibility and portability. 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
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Excellent battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with a stronger CPU and more RAM, outperforms the Yoga 6, making it more suitable for demanding tasks and multitasking, while also offering a higher screen quality for sharper visuals. However, the Yoga 6 has advantages in portability and battery life, which makes it a more convenient choice for on-the-go users, though with less power and a display that's not as crisp as the X13.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.1
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is somewhat better.
Both the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 have moderate graphics processing capabilities and typical screen refresh rates that are suitable for casual gaming and entry-level 3D tasks but may struggle with more demanding games and complex 3D modeling. The ThinkPad X13 and Yoga 6 offer decent processing power and good screen quality, which supports everyday use and multimedia tasks effectively, but for cutting-edge gaming or high-end 3D work, specialized devices with higher-spec GPUs and faster screens would be necessary.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Yoga 6 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and superior GPU, offers powerful performance for demanding engineering software and provides a high-quality screen for detailed design work. Whereas, the Lenovo Yoga 6 is also suitable for these tasks, but it stands out with enhanced portability due to its lighter design and 2-in-1 form factor, along with a comfortable keyboard that's beneficial during long work sessions.
Content Creation
8.2
7.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 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
6.7
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, software development, and content creation.
The ThinkPad X13's screen offers suitable resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, making it good for general use, while its color accuracy benefits engineering and design, but the lower refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D and gaming. The Yoga 6 provides an adequate display for typical daily activities, and its decent color reproduction serves engineering and design well, though it too may disappoint in gaming and 3D content with its less optimal refresh rate. Both laptops are constrained by their displays' refresh rates, but they offer qualities that can accommodate general productivity and professional design work effectively.
Battery
8.5 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,459
$1,045
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a price of $1,459 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 both have very good portability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X13 | Lenovo Yoga 6 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,459 | $1,045 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.88" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 8.58" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 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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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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Mario Petzold | March 2023
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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