If you value high performance for tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or video editing, investing in the Razer Blade 15 makes sense despite its higher price; however, its bulkier design and possibly shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x could make it less ideal for on-the-go usage. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers more portability and longer battery life, making it suitable for general use, but it may not handle intensive tasks as well as the Razer. Consider your primary use and whether the additional cost is justified for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.6/10
8.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The Razer Blade 15 includes a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications that demand smooth, detailed visuals and quick responses; however, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, provides a satisfactory experience for less graphic-intensive games and might lack the crispness and fluidity for high-end 3D tasks, although it still has a decent CPU and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
8.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Razer Blade 15 offers more powerful CPUs and GPUs along with additional RAM, which ensures smoother performance in resource-heavy engineering and design applications, and its higher screen quality provides more clarity and color accuracy for detailed work. While the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x also supports engineering tasks and has a decent display, its advantage lies in greater portability and a quieter operation, which may be preferable for users who value mobility and a less noisy working environment.
Screen Quality
8.2/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Razer Blade 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offer high resolution and bright displays, making text sharp and colors vibrant, which is easy on the eyes for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, the screens' ability to accurately display a wide range of colors is crucial, and both laptops have panels that cover extensive color gamuts, ensuring that designers see precise, consistent colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-moving visuals are common, the lower refresh rates on these laptops' screens can lead to less fluid motion and a diminished experience compared to displays with higher refresh rates.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Razer Blade 15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Razer Blade 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.6/10
The Razer Blade 15 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Razer Blade 15 has a price of $2,500 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
The Razer Blade 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both good for general use.
The Razer Blade 15, with its high-performing CPU and ample RAM, provides smooth and efficient operation for multitasking or demanding applications, while its superior screen quality enhances the visual experience; however, it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to lighter options. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers great portability and longer battery life for on-the-go users, maintaining adequate performance and screen clarity for everyday tasks, though its lesser focus on high-end CPU and RAM specifications makes it less suited for highly intensive workloads.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both very 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
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Razer Blade 15 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.
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How the Razer Blade 15 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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.
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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