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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize durability and a keyboard comfortable for long typing sessions, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 often excels in those areas and may serve well for business or professional use, despite its higher cost and typically heavier design. Conversely, if you prefer a more versatile device with a touch screen and a lighter, more portable form factor for everyday use or media consumption, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 could be a better fit, often at a lower price point, though it may not match the robust build quality of the ThinkPad. 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
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, excels in performance for various applications, which is vital for general use, and the solid battery life ensures you can work without frequent charging. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a balance of efficient processing, vivid screen quality, and lightweight design for easy portability, enhanced by its long battery life, making it also a strong contender for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and quality GPU, excels in handling engineering software, while its high-resolution screen ensures crisp visuals for design work; however, it prioritizes performance over portability. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, although portable with a touchscreen that can be useful for designers, might not offer the same level of processing power as the ThinkPad, but still performs adequately for engineering tasks with a comfortable keyboard and quieter operation enhancing the user experience.
Content Creation
8.2
7.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.8
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for software development, and content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13's display provides crisp text and vibrant images thanks to its resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing or document editing. Engineers and designers may find the ThinkPad’s color accuracy aligns with their precise needs but would need better refresh rates for fluid 3D work. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a superior visual experience for both general users and professionals in engineering and design due to its high-quality color reproduction, but like the ThinkPad, it is limited in handling fast refresh demands critical for 3D content and gaming.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,459
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a price of $1,459 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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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 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 both have integrated graphics, which provide modest gaming performance but may struggle with demanding 3D tasks when compared to dedicated GPUs with higher screen refresh rates. While they offer solid CPUs and good screen quality for general use, neither is optimized for the high-refresh-rate displays preferred in high-end gaming or advanced 3D applications.
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 to have excellent portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X13 | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,459 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.88" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i7-1255U | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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