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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Razer Book 13, consider that the ThinkPad typically offers durability and a robust keyboard, making it suitable for business users who prioritize longevity and typing experience. On the other hand, the Razer Book is known for its premium build and higher-end display, which might appeal to users focused on media consumption and aesthetics. If cost is a factor and your work involves lots of typing or you need a sturdy device, the ThinkPad could be a more economical and practical choice. If you prefer a sleek design and better screen and are okay with investing more, then the Razer Book may be more to your liking, especially for general use and media-related activities. 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
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, offers efficient performance for a variety of tasks, alongside a high-quality screen and long battery life, making it very suitable for general use; its portability is a bonus for users on the go. The Razer Book 13 also provides a solid CPU and RAM, ensuring smooth operation, and while its high-resolution screen appeals to those who prioritize display quality, the premium design might compromise battery life compared to the Lenovo, making it still good for general use but slightly less focused on extended mobility.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers robust CPU and RAM configurations suitable for demanding engineering software and has high screen quality for precise design work, while the Razer Book 13, known for its powerful GPU, excels in graphics-intensive tasks and also boasts a high-quality display. Both laptops are portable with good keyboards, but the ThinkPad typically offers a more business-centric design and the Razer might have an edge in speaker quality and a quieter operation for multimedia purposes.
Content Creation
8.2
7.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 Razer Book 13 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
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Razer Book 13 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
7.3
13.3in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for software development, and content creation, while the Razer Book 13 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
Both the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Razer Book 13 have displays with good resolution, brightness, and panel types, making them suitable for general use with clear and vibrant visuals. For engineering and design, these laptops offer solid color accuracy, which is crucial for tasks that demand precise color representation. However, due to their lower refresh rates, they are less ideal for 3D and gaming, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is key for an optimal experience.
Battery
8.5 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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.
Cost
$1,241
$1,389
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a price of $1,241 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.2
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Razer Book 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Razer Book 13 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 both have integrated graphics, which means while they can handle less demanding games and 3D tasks, they won't perform as well as systems with dedicated GPUs for intensive gaming or 3D rendering. Additionally, while they offer good screen quality and capable CPUs for general use, they lack the high screen refresh rates desired for a smoother gaming experience.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.4in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Book 13 to have excellent portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Razer Book 13 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad X13 | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.88" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 13.4" | |
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 | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo ThinkPad X13
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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."
Razer Book 13
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Allen Ngo | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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