Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) vs HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen)
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, is lighter and has more accurate colour. Pick the HP Pavilion x360 14 only if it matters to you that it has more storage.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has more memory (16 GB against 8 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has the better screen: 13.3" Full HD 300 nits against 14" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 should last longer: up to 21.1 hours against up to 8 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4.
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Portability
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is easier to carry at 1.25 kg, against 1.52 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage HP Pavilion x360 14 wins
The HP Pavilion x360 14 has twice the storage: 512 GB against 256 GB.
- Colour Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1's screen shows a wider range of colour (100% sRGB against 45% NTSC), so photos and films look richer and truer.
- Age Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is the newer model (2024 against 2022).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.25 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 100% sRGB.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2024.
Choose the HP Pavilion x360 14 if…
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
- You want a little more room on screen: it's 14 inches.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 leads on performance, battery and weight and the screen; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has more memory and has faster memory, while the HP Pavilion x360 14 has more storage.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core i5-1235U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | 11 TOPS | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-6400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280, Opal 2.0 | PCIe NVMe M.2 |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on the screen.
The HP Pavilion x360 14 has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has more accurate colour and has a brighter screen, while the HP Pavilion x360 14 has a slightly bigger screen.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 100% sRGB | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | — |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter and has a bigger battery, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 21.1 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Battery capacity | 54.7 Wh | 43 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | AC smart pin (barrel); USB-C also lists USB Power Delivery |
| Fast charging | 80% in 60 minutes | 50% in approx. 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.25 kg | 1.52 kg |
| Dimensions | 301.7 x 214.6 x 16.4 mm | 322 x 210 x 18.8-19.8 mm |
| Materials | magnesium lid and base | Natural silver aluminium keyboard deck (anodised finish); ocean-bound plastic in base, bezel and sideband |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Black | Silver |
| Colours available | Black, Grey | — |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on ports and wireless.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 6E, while the HP Pavilion x360 14 has an SD card reader.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging USB PD 3.0, DisplayPort 2.1), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one Always On), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K60), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x Nano-SIM slot | 1x USB-C 10 Gbps (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x AC smart pin (power) |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps | None |
| External displays (max) | 3 | — |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Mobile data | 4G LTE upgradable | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 5MP + IR | 5MP |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | 6-row spill-resistant UK keyboard, multimedia Fn keys, Unified Communications controls, 1.5 mm key travel | Full-size, backlit, natural silver |
| Login | Fingerprint, Face | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | glass-like Mylar 3-button trackpad, 56 x 115 mm, with TrackPoint | HP Imagepad with multi-touch gesture support |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers, Dolby Audio Premium | Audio by B&O, dual speakers; HP Audio Boost |
| Microphones | 2x 360-degree far-field microphones | integrated dual-array digital microphones |
| Pen | Included | — |
| Security | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, ThinkShield, Human Presence Detection, FIDO authentication, Self-healing BIOS | HP BIOS Protection, Fingerprint reader |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | 21LW0046UK | — |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |