Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1vsHP Pavilion Plus 16

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
ThinkPad X13 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 delivers solid performance with smooth multitasking and efficient workload handling capabilities overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 boasts a sturdy build with solid and dependable construction quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1's display is functional, but may not impress with its moderate quality and 720p resolution.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 features a traditional clamshell design with a 13-inch display prominently.
HP
HP Pavilion Plus 16
Pavilion Plus 16

Quick Stats

The HP Pavilion Plus 16 delivers top-notch performance with its Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphic card.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16 features a robust and sturdy build quality with an all-metal body.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16's impressive display with high brightness and anti-glare panel is a standout feature.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16 boasts impressive features, including Intel Core i7-13700H processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphics.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#555
HP Pavilion Plus 16
Winner
#550
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#532
Winner
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#620
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#728
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#429
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#470
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#229
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#279
Winner
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#651
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#486
Winner
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#756

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
HP HP Pavilion Plus 16
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2048GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U
Intel Core i7-13700H
AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (R4000/5000, 15W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Laptop, 60W, 6GB)
N/A
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1

Strengths

The keyboard is pretty well known with this same design across both models.
The fingerprint scanner and power button placement are the same on both devices.
The hinge allows for a full 180-degree rotation, making it easy to use in different positions.
One finger opening mechanism takes some time but provides a nice shot clam system.
Intel version supports Thunderbolt 3 while AMD version only has USB 3.2 Gen 2.
ThinkPad keyboard is known for its quality and design consistency across models.
The screen has a nice bezel to bezel ratio with medium length bezels on the sides.
720p webcam and privacy shutter are included on both devices.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

HP Pavilion Plus 16

Strengths

The laptop has a very high, brightly lit display (400 nit) with 120Hz variable refresh rate.
It comes with Intel Core i7 13700H processor and Nvidia RTX GeForce 3050 graphic card.
The all-metal body is durable and premium-looking.
The camera is extremely good with 5MP resolution and very sharp image quality.

Weaknesses

The trackpad is clicky, horrible, and looks like a cheap laptop's trackpad.
Sound is distorted and loud due to the Bang & Olufsen speakers.
There are some basic errors in the audio control, including no option to reset equalizer.
The laptop is bulky and big compared to other laptops of similar spec
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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 is a sleek 13-inch business laptop that promises to deliver on performance and portability. We've got both the Intel i5 and AMD Ryzen 5 variants here, and we're excited to put them through their paces. With their slim bezels and sturdy build, these laptops are designed to take on demanding tasks with ease. But how do they stack up in real-world use? And what about their thermals, battery life, and overall user experience? Let's dive in and find out!

HP Pavilion Plus 16

The HP Pavilion Plus 16 is a sleek and powerful laptop that boasts an all-metal body, Intel Core i7 13700H processor, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card. Its 16-inch display features a 400-nit brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and 100% sRGB color gamut. However, the trackpad is marred by a clicky and unresponsive design, which may be a fault in my unit but still raises concerns about overall quality.

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