ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (13, AMD)
- Model: ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM series)
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
- Graphics: AMD Radeon 660M, Radeon 680M
- Memory: 8GB–32GB LPDDR5 6400MHz
- Storage: 256GB–2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
- Display: 13.3-inch WUXGA or WQXGA, optional touchscreen or PrivacyGuard
- Connectivity: USB 4, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.0b, Wi-Fi 6E, optional 4G/5G
- Weight: ~1.19–1.26 kg (2.62–2.78 lbs)
ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (13, AMD)
AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (13, AMD) features AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 series processors (e.g., Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U, 8 cores, 2.7–4.7 GHz, 16MB cache, 28W TDP; Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, 6 cores, 2.9–4.5 GHz, 16MB cache, 28W TDP). Cinebench R23 multi-core scores ~12,400 (Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U) or ~9,500 (Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U). Integrated Radeon 680M or 660M graphics (~2.1–2.5 TFLOPS) handle light gaming (~25–35 FPS in *Dota 2* at 1080p, low settings). PCMark 10 scores ~6,000–6,500, ideal for business tasks. Cooling maintains ~70–80°C under load, with fans at ~35 dB. Users praise performance for multitasking and light editing (e.g., Premiere Pro).
Display and Compact Design
Features a 13.3-inch 16:10 display: WUXGA (1920x1200, IPS, 300 nits, 100% sRGB) or WQXGA (2560x1600, IPS, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, optional touchscreen or PrivacyGuard). Anti-glare matte finish reduces reflections. The magnesium alloy chassis weighs ~1.19–1.26 kg (2.62–2.78 lbs) and measures 305.8 x 217.1 x 18.1 mm. MIL-STD-810H tested for durability. Backlit keyboard (1.5mm travel) with TrackPoint and smooth touchpad are lauded; 1080p FHD webcam with Dolby Voice enhances calls. Users note sturdy build but criticize average brightness (321 cd/m²).
Connectivity and Battery Life
Includes 1x USB 4 (40 Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), HDMI 2.0b (4K@60Hz), headphone/mic combo, optional smart card reader, and optional 4G/5G SIM slot. Wi-Fi 6E (Qualcomm NFA725A, ~2.4 Gbps) and Bluetooth 5.2 ensure fast connectivity. The 41Wh or 54.7Wh battery lasts ~8–12 hours (office tasks) or ~10–14 hours (video at 150 nits). Rapid Charge reaches 80% in ~1 hour (65W). Users note reliable connectivity but shorter battery life compared to competitors like HP EliteBook 835 G9.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (13, AMD): All Features
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U (up to 8 cores, 2.7–4.7 GHz, 16MB cache, 28W TDP) |
|---|---|
| Graphics | AMD Radeon 660M (Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U), Radeon 680M (Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U, up to 2.5 TFLOPS) |
| Memory | 8GB–32GB LPDDR5 6400MHz (soldered, dual-channel) |
| Storage | 256GB–2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Display | 13.3-inch WUXGA (1920x1200, IPS, 300 nits, 100% sRGB), WQXGA (2560x1600, IPS, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, optional touchscreen or PrivacyGuard) |
| Connectivity | 1x USB 4, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.0b, headphone/mic combo, optional smart card reader, optional SIM |
| Features | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, fTPM 2.0, fingerprint reader, 1080p FHD webcam with Dolby Voice, backlit keyboard, TrackPoint, MIL-STD-810H |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (Premier Support, on-site options) |
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (13, AMD): All Specifications
| Model | ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CM series) |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U (6 cores, 12 threads, 2.9–4.5 GHz, 16MB cache, 28W TDP), Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U (8 cores, 16 threads, 2.7–4.7 GHz, 16MB cache, 28W TDP) |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon 660M (6 cores, 1.9 TFLOPS, Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U), Radeon 680M (12 cores, 2.5 TFLOPS, Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U) |
| Memory | 8GB–32GB LPDDR5 6400MHz (soldered, dual-channel) |
| Storage | 256GB–2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4, up to 6500 MB/s read) |
| Display | 13.3-inch WUXGA (1920x1200, IPS, 300 nits, 100% sRGB, 60Hz), WQXGA (2560x1600, IPS, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, 60Hz, optional touchscreen or PrivacyGuard) |
| Connectivity | 1x USB 4 (40 Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), HDMI 2.0b (4K@60Hz), headphone/mic combo, optional smart card reader, optional 4G/5G SIM |
| Networking | Qualcomm NFA725A Wi-Fi 6E (up to 2.4 Gbps), Bluetooth 5.2, optional 4G/5G WWAN |
| Battery | 41Wh or 54.7Wh, 8–12 hours (office tasks), 10–14 hours (video at 150 nits) |
| Power Supply | 65W USB-C (Rapid Charge) |
| Dimensions | 305.8 x 217.1 x 18.1 mm (12.04 x 8.55 x 0.71 inches) |
| Weight | Starting at 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 10 Pro (downgrade), Linux (Ubuntu certified), no OS |
| Security | fTPM 2.0, power-on fingerprint reader, 1080p FHD webcam with privacy shutter, Kensington Lock, AMD Shadow Stack, ThinkShield suite |
| Audio | 2x 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice-enabled mics |
| Camera | 1080p FHD with IR, privacy shutter |
| Keyboard | Backlit, 6-row chiclet, 1.5mm key travel, TrackPoint |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (Premier Support, on-site options) |
| Certifications | RoHS, EPEAT Gold, Energy Star, MIL-STD-810H, TCO Certified |
| Package Contents | Laptop, 65W USB-C charger, quick start guide |
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