Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3)
Both laptops are very similar and suit the same kind of buyer: both have equally quick processors, 16 GB of memory and similar-sized screens, and both run Windows. The main difference: the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both stay smooth with lots of apps open, with 16 GB of memory each.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 14" Full HD 400 nits against 13.3" Full HD 400 nits.
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Battery life
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga should last longer: up to 23.9 hours against up to 17.66 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same ports and wireless on both.
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Portability
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is easier to carry at 1.19 kg, against 1.4 kg.
Other differences
- Storage Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3".
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga if…
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You want a little more room on screen: it's 14 inches.
- You multitask a lot: its Intel Core i7-1185G7 stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga if…
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.19 kg.
- You prefer the newer model: it came out in 2022.
- You multitask a lot: its Intel Core i7-1265U stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga leads on performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga is ahead on performance.
It has more storage, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Intel Core i7-1265U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X-4266 | LPDDR4X-4266 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga has a slightly bigger screen, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Colour range | 100% sRGB | — |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | Lenovo Integrated Pen (4096 pressure levels) | Lenovo Integrated Pen |
Battery and size
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 23.9 hours | Up to 17.66 hours |
| Battery capacity | 57 Wh | 52.8 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 80% in 1 hour (Rapid Charge) | Rapid Charge: up to 80% in 1 hour |
| Weight | 1.399 kg | 1.19 kg |
| Dimensions | 314.4 x 223 x 14.99 mm | 305 x 214.15 x 15.9 mm |
| Materials | Aluminium lid and base | carbon-fibre hybrid top and bottom |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Storm Grey | Black |
| Colours available | Storm Grey | Thunder Black |
Ports and wireless
Both have much the same ports and wireless.
You can plug in the same things on either.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (USB PD 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4a), 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm audio | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one Always On), 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 2.0), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | 3 | 3 |
| Card reader | None | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | — |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | HD |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | spill-resistant, Unified Communications controls, LED backlight | UK English, backlit, spill-resistant |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | glass Precision touchpad with TrackPoint | Mylar, 56 x 115 mm, TrackPoint |
| Speakers | 2x 2W woofers + 2x 0.8W tweeters, Dolby Atmos | stereo speakers, Dolby Audio |
| Microphones | quad-array, 360-degree far-field, Dolby Voice | dual-array |
| Pen | Included | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | Discrete TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader, Kensington Nano lock | discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, fingerprint |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | — | 21AXS0MT00 |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |