Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1vsLenovo Legion Go S

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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.
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Lenovo Legion Go S
Legion Go S

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Go S delivers impressive performance, outperforming the Steam Deck in both synthetic and actual game tests overall.
The Lenovo Legion Go S's build quality is satisfactory, with some drawbacks to material choice.
The Lenovo Legion Go S boasts an impressive display, offering smooth performance at 1200p gaming resolution.
The Lenovo Legion Go S boasts impressive features such as a powerful Z1 Extreme chip, memory.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#555
Lenovo Legion Go S
Winner
#553
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#532
Winner
Lenovo Legion Go S
#648
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#728
Lenovo Legion Go S
#445
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#470
Lenovo Legion Go S
#371
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#279
Lenovo Legion Go S
#44
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
#486
Winner
Lenovo Legion Go S
#853

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Go S
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (R4000/5000, 15W)
AMD Radeon 680M

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

Lenovo Legion Go S

Strengths

The Lenovo Legion Go S has a much more powerful chipset than its initial Windows 11 version, making it one of the best handheld gaming PCs on the market.
It can handle demanding games like Monster Hunter Wilds and Cyberpunk 2077 with ease, even at high resolutions and settings.
With 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory and a bigger GPU with 12 graphics cores, it outperforms the Steam Deck in most games and benchmarks.
The Legion Go S's performance leads to much smoother gaming experiences, with average frame rates more than double those of the Steam Deck in some cases.
It has a sleek design that makes navigating the operating system (licensed from Steam OS) relatively easy compared to its initial Windows 11 version.

Weaknesses

The Legion Go S's battery life is somewhat compromised due to its powerful chipset, with gameplay lasting only about an hour and a half at high resolutions.
Lowering the resolution or limiting power can help extend battery life, but this may not be ideal for those who want to play games at native resolutions.
In more demanding games like Monster Hunter Wilds, the Steam Deck's performance was slightly better than the Legion Go S when played at 1200p resolution.
The Legion Go S's power-hungry chipset means it won't last as long in battery-intensive applications or games compared to the Steam Deck.
Its powerful chipset also means that the Legion Go S may not be as suitable for everyday mobile computing tasks, potentially limiting its appeal.
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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!

Lenovo Legion Go S

The Lenovo Legion Go S is a handheld gaming PC that's making waves as a legitimate Steam Deck alternative. Powered by the more potent Z1 Extreme chipset, this device boasts impressive performance numbers, outpacing its competitor in demanding games like Monster Hunter Wilds and Cyberpunk 2077. With 32GB of RAM and a bigger GPU, it offers a superior gaming experience, but at the cost of reduced battery life - a trade-off many gamers may be willing to make.

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