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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a premium business look with robust build quality, a higher color coverage display, and additional security features like a fingerprint reader, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 stands out. However, it is slightly heavier than the XPG Xenia 14, which offers a lighter build for enhanced portability and a better contrast ratio on its screen, possibly translating to deeper blacks. Both laptops have similar battery life and are equipped for general use. For more graphically demanding tasks like 3D and machine learning, the Lenovo's AMD Ryzen processor and Radeon 680M graphics may edge out the XPG's performance slightly. Neither is suitable for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- The XPG Xenia 14 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13.
Key differences
General Use
7.8
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
379.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and XPG Xenia 14 are both suitable for general use thanks to their capable processors, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screens with similar resolution and size that ensure clear visuals; both offer substantial battery life and are lightweight, enhancing portability. However, the ThinkPad Z13 has the edge in premium business features, like a better keyboard and build quality, while the Xenia 14 benefits from more display output options and is lighter, potentially giving it an advantage for on-the-go users.
Engineering and Design
7.3
6.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, equipped with an AMD Ryzen CPU and Radeon GPU, excels in engineering and design due to its excellent screen quality, including high brightness and color coverage, coupled with substantial RAM for multitasking and a high-quality keyboard. The XPG Xenia 14, while slightly lighter and thus more portable, provides similar RAM and a capable Intel CPU with integrated graphics, suitable for less GPU-intensive engineering tasks, but offers a lower display brightness and contrast ratio, which may affect detailed visual work.
Screen Quality
7.0
6.9
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
379.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the XPG Xenia 14 provide sharp and clear visuals with their high-resolution displays and ample brightness, making everyday tasks and multimedia consumption a pleasant experience. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation which is vital for professional photo editing and graphic design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short due to the lower refresh rates, which means less smooth motion and potentially less immersive experiences compared to laptops with high-refresh-rate screens.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has very good build quality, while the XPG Xenia 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a price of $1,000 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.9/10
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
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 with an AMD Radeon 680M and the XPG Xenia 14 with an Intel Iris Xe both have fair integrated graphics for light gaming and 3D applications, but lack the power of dedicated gaming GPUs. They feature standard screen refresh rates and decent screen quality, appropriate for general use but not optimized for high-frame-rate gaming or professional color work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.7
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has 10 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
Excellent
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.78 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.59" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6850U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51.5 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 379 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Brian Westover | September 2022
"In the premium ultraportable space, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 competes with the best of the best, and still manages to shine. The design is an impressive departure from the bland bare-metal laptop that's become so popular in recent years, and the AMD-powered system has performance that's just as impressive. It's a stark alternative to the Intel-based majority, and it stands up well enough to the impressive Apple M2 processor."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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