Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5)
Both are good choices with different strengths. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has an OLED screen, has more accurate colour and has an SD card reader, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has more memory.
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Key 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.
- OLED screen Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has an OLED screen, with true blacks and richer colour than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1's LCD.
- Colour Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360's screen shows a wider range of colour (120% DCI-P3 against 100% sRGB), so photos and films look richer and truer.
- Ports Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
Only the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has an SD card reader.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 if…
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 120% DCI-P3.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
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're on a lot of video calls: its 5MP webcam is sharper.
- You want every bit of speed: it uses newer DDR5-generation memory.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 leads on the screen, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 leads on performance. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory and has faster memory, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1340P | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | — | 11 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X-6400 |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280, Opal 2.0 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on the screen.
It has an OLED screen, has more accurate colour and has a brighter screen, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 370 nits | 300 nits |
| Colour range | 120% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Finish | — | Matte |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | S Pen | — |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter and is slimmer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 20 hours | Up to 21.1 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.1 Wh | 54.7 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 40% in 30 minutes | 80% in 60 minutes |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 304.4 x 202.0 x 12.9 mm | 301.7 x 214.6 x 16.4 mm |
| Materials | — | magnesium lid and base |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Graphite | Black |
| Colours available | Graphite | Black, Grey |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, charging, DisplayPort), 1x USB-C (charging, DisplayPort), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headset | 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 |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | — | 3 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Mobile data | None | 4G LTE upgradable |
Features
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on extras.
It has a sharper webcam, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 5MP + IR |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | backlit keyboard | 6-row spill-resistant UK keyboard, multimedia Fn keys, Unified Communications controls, 1.5 mm key travel |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint, Face |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | — | glass-like Mylar 3-button trackpad, 56 x 115 mm, with TrackPoint |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | 2x 2 W stereo speakers, Dolby Audio Premium |
| Microphones | dual-array | 2x 360-degree far-field microphones |
| Pen | Included | Included |
| Security | TPM, fingerprint reader | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, ThinkShield, Human Presence Detection, FIDO authentication, Self-healing BIOS |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | NP730QFG-KA1UK | 21LW0046UK |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |