Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 in the 13.3-inch size comes housed in a 16.5mm magnesium alloy and carbon fiber case, which weighs only 1.29 kg. The model is available in Black color with a backlit keyboard and a TrackPoint. MIL-STD-810G certification implies that the laptop is durable. Users are satisfied with the laptop's lightweight but felt that the laptop is a bit thick as compared to ThinkPad X1 Carbon.
Feature | Details |
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Dimensions | 312 x 217 x 16.5 mm |
Weight | 1.29kg |
Materials | Magnesium alloy, Carbon fiber |
Color | Black |
Ports | 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, HDMI, 3.5mm audio |
Keyboard | Backlit, TrackPoint |
X13 Gen 1 is equipped with a Full HD IPS 13.3-inch display (1920x1080, 60Hz) with 300 nits of brightness and ~166PPI. This panel has 45% NTSC coverage. Additional models with a touchscreen feature are offered. The image quality on the screen is great though not as bright as on the X1 Carbon. Users are happy with the unit's portability but some of them are not satisfied with the average level of brightness.
Specification | Details |
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Size | 13.3 inches |
Type | IPS |
Resolution | 1920x1080, ~166 PPI |
Brightness | 300 nits |
Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
Features | Anti-glare, Optional Touchscreen |
A processor combination of Intel Core i5-10210U (4-core, 4.2GHz) with Intel UHD Graphics powers the X13 Gen 1. Also, the device comes with 8GB or 16GB DDR4 RAM and Windows 10 Pro (upgradable to Windows 11). The system performance is on par with the ThinkPad L13 Yoga, but the graphics are not as good as with the ThinkPad L13 Gen 2. Users love the portability of the laptop but have also mentioned that the graphics power is limited.
Test | X13 Gen 1 Score (est.) |
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Geekbench 5 (Single-Core) | ~1000 |
Geekbench 5 (Multi-Core) | ~3400 |
Cinebench R20 | ~1300 |
The i5-10210U ensures smooth performance, but it’s less efficient than ThinkPad L13 Gen 2’s i5-1135G7.
The X13 Gen 1 includes 256GB or 512GB PCIe SSD storage, two USB-A, two USB-C, HDMI, and a 3.5mm audio jack. It supports Thunderbolt 3. Users appreciate port flexibility but note no RJ45 Ethernet unlike ThinkPad T14 Gen 1.
Feature | Specifications |
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Storage | 256GB/512GB PCIe SSD |
Ports | 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, HDMI, 3.5mm audio |
The X13 Gen 1 offers a 48Wh battery with up to 14 hours of battery life (light use). It supports 65W USB-C charging (0–80% in ~1 hour). Real-world use yields 10–12 hours. Users value battery life but note similar performance to ThinkPad T14 Gen 1.
Model | Battery Life | Real-World Test |
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X13 Gen 1 | 14h | 10–12h |
The X13 Gen 1 supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0, and optional LTE. It includes a 720p webcam and dual speakers. Connectivity is modern but lacks Wi-Fi 6E, unlike ThinkPad L13 Gen 2. Users praise Wi-Fi speed but note basic webcam quality.
Feature | Details |
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Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Bluetooth | 5.0 |
Cellular | Optional LTE |
Webcam | 720p |
Audio | Dual Speakers |
The starting price for the X13 Gen 1 (i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB) was $1,099. It was first released in May 2020 via Lenovo and their resellers. Models with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD were $1,299. The model is no longer in production after the 2022 year, and refurbished devices cost $400-$600. Users are happy with the laptop's portability but they compare it with the ThinkPad L13 Gen 2, which is more powerful.
Configuration | Price (USD) | Monthly (24 mo) |
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i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB | $1,099 | $45.79 |
i5-10210U, 16GB, 512GB | $1,299 | $54.13 |