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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Razer Blade 17 offers superior performance for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and gaming thanks to its more powerful processor and GPU. However, it's more expensive and less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is more affordable, very portable with a lighter build, and offers better battery life, making it well-suited for general use and business tasks. It also features a touchscreen, which the Razer lacks. Choose the Razer if you need top-tier performance and don't mind the cost and size, or the Lenovo if you prioritize portability, battery life, and value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.8
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
486.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Razer Blade 17, with its larger, higher-resolution screen, more powerful CPU and GPU, and increased RAM, offers a compelling choice for those prioritizing performance and screen quality, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s. The ThinkBook 13s, on the other hand, is more portable, offers longer battery life, and a touch screen, favoring users who need a device for on-the-go use without compromising good performance and quality for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.6
6.4
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The Razer Blade 17 offers superior gaming and 3D performance with its high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU and fast 144Hz screen refresh rate, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, equipped with an Intel Iris Xe GPU and a lower 60Hz refresh rate, is less suited for these demanding tasks. Additionally, the Razer Blade's stronger CPU and better screen quality contribute to a more immersive and responsive gaming experience compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Engineering and Design
9.1
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Razer Blade 17 is excellent for engineering and design because it has a high-performance CPU and GPU combination, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, crucial for these fields. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while still good, offers more moderate specifications and a smaller screen, making it more portable but less suited for the most demanding tasks.
Content Creation
8.5
7.8
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.5
7.7
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.6
7.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
486.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Razer Blade 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Razer Blade 17's vibrant display with high resolution and brightness makes it very pleasing to the eye, contributing to its very good quality, whereas the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, with slightly lower brightness and resolution, offers good quality that's sufficient for everyday tasks. In engineering and design, the Razer takes the lead with a broad color gamut, ensuring very accurate color reproduction essential for detailed work, something the ThinkBook also does adequately with a good color range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, making them less ideal for the smooth visuals required in fast-paced games or high-frame-rate 3D applications.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
Fair
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
6.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The Razer Blade 17 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$4,300
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Razer Blade 17 has a price of $4,300 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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How the Razer Blade 17 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Razer Blade 17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$4,300 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.06 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.24" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 82 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 486 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Razer Blade 17
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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