Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Prepaid
4.4 out of 5 rating
Meet the ThinkPad X13s built on the Snapdragon® 8cx Gen 3 Compute Platform, and built for the modern user. Made to fulfill users’ needs for connectivity, longer battery life, and secure manageability, this ThinkPad delivers work-from-anywhere productivity like never before. With smartphone-like, PC-grade performance, multi-day battery life1, and 5G mmWave connectivity powered by Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband2, the ThinkPad X13s is redefining modern productivity and the always-on experience. Its ultrathin, ultralight shape allows you to take it anywhere, and the ThinkPad X13s is built with security in mind for the work-from-anywhere workforce– wherever life takes you.
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4.4
4.4 out of 5 rating
23 reviews
88% of reviewers recommend this product.
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5 out of 5 rating
Cody . 6 months ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
Works perfect for what I need! The cellular is fast when not connected to WiFi
Few small Issues, Nothing Major!
4 out of 5 rating
Ohio80 . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had it for a few days now. I will note you need wi-fi to set it up. After setting it up you will need to run a windows update to bring everything up to date. You have to turn the volume up to like 30 before you can hear it good and at 30 it still isn't very loud. My old laptop another brand, I could put the volume on 10 and hear it loud and clear. When a critical notification comes in it will chime every few minutes until you clear the notification. Says 5G but not sure if it is at my house or not. Only ever has 2 bars for service but it works fine. Over all I am pleases with it.
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- Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results will vary.
- 5G Ultra Wideband available in select areas. 5G available in 2700+ cities. This device supports 5G Ultra Wideband high-band (mmWave) only, 5G and 4G LTE.
slide 1 of 6, Modern productivity.
Made to last.
Because it’s been vetted with 200 quality assurance checks, the ThinkPad X13s is designed for durability. This always-on, always-connected mobile laptop is truly innovative— but it’s still a ThinkPad, engineered with reliable, long-lifecycle components for lasting durability.
Modern productivity.
The ThinkPad X13s comes with native compatibility on Windows for Snapdragon. This means smartphone-like connectivity has finally reached the PC, with enhanced data streaming, manageability, and security the work-from-anywhere crowd have come to expect in the modern world.
Always-on, always-connected.
The first true always-on, always-connected commercial ThinkPad, the X13s provides a smartphone-like experience with your PC. From the connected standby and instant-on feature, to the 5G mmWave connectivity powered by Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband, this always-syncing laptop operates at lightning-fast speed for higher-quality video conferencing, low-latency performance, and seamless editing and collaboration. Plus, multi-day battery life means big-time productivity.
Made with security in mind.
With ThinkShield delivering both hardware and software protection, the ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 is built to keep your data, employees, and business safe. With integrated TPM and Windows 11 Secured Core this device ensures security from every angle, no matter where you choose to work.
Enjoy a visionary experience.
The all-new communications bar holds an enhanced camera with e-shutter functionality. With always-on user detection, the ThinkPad X13s delivers next-level smart and safe experiences. And, the digital wellness feature includes posture and screen-time awareness, as well as vision-health notifications.
Sustainably built.
The Qualcomm platform and sealed, fanless design of the ThinkPad X13s means it’s quiet and cool, minimizing heat pollution. The multi-day battery life minimizes time at the plug, reducing emissions over time. Plus, the material for this rich Thunder Black color device is made from certified 90% recycled magnesium, so you can feel good about your laptop’s sustainable and functional design.
Made to last.
Because it’s been vetted with 200 quality assurance checks, the ThinkPad X13s is designed for durability. This always-on, always-connected mobile laptop is truly innovative— but it’s still a ThinkPad, engineered with reliable, long-lifecycle components for lasting durability.
Modern productivity.
The ThinkPad X13s comes with native compatibility on Windows for Snapdragon. This means smartphone-like connectivity has finally reached the PC, with enhanced data streaming, manageability, and security the work-from-anywhere crowd have come to expect in the modern world.
Design
Colors
Black
Height
0.53 in
Notable Materials
Foldable, GFRP, 90% recycled Mag-alloy body
Width
11.76 in
Depth
8.13 in
Weight
2.35 lbs
Accessibility
Voice Assistant
Cortana
Network
5G
n2/n5/n66
4G
B2/B4/B5/B13/B48/B66
Wi-fi
2.4GHz / 5GHz / WiFi 6E
SAR
1.16W/Kg
FCC ID
PU5-TP00139AM
5G Ultra Wideband
n260/ n261 (high-band / mmWave) | n77 (mid-band / C-band)
World Device
No
Battery
Standby Time
11 days
mAh (per hour)
49.5Wh (Non-Removable)
Usage Time
28 hr Video Playback
Fast Charge
Yes
Camera
Front Camera
5 MP
Video
5MP
Performance
Bluetooth
Yes, 5.1 supported
Processor
Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 compute platform
OS
Windows11 Pro
Expandable Memory
No
Memory/Storage
Memory 16GB / Storage 512GB
Hotspot
Y, up to 8
Security
Fingerprint, Facial recognition
Display
Screen Size
13.3 in
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Screen Type
WUXGA(1920x1200) with Touch
SKU#
SKU#
21BYS00000
What's in the box
- Lenovo ThinkPad X13s
- AC Adapter
- Power Cable
- Setup Guide
- Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results will vary.
- 5G Ultra Wideband available in select areas. 5G available in 2700+ cities. This device supports 5G Ultra Wideband high-band (mmWave) only, 5G and 4G LTE.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Prepaid Reviews
4.4
4.4 out of 5 rating
23 reviews
88% of reviewers recommend this product.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5 out of 5 rating
Cody . 6 months ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
Works perfect for what I need! The cellular is fast when not connected to WiFi
Few small Issues, Nothing Major!
4 out of 5 rating
Ohio80 . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had it for a few days now. I will note you need wi-fi to set it up. After setting it up you will need to run a windows update to bring everything up to date. You have to turn the volume up to like 30 before you can hear it good and at 30 it still isn't very loud. My old laptop another brand, I could put the volume on 10 and hear it loud and clear. When a critical notification comes in it will chime every few minutes until you clear the notification. Says 5G but not sure if it is at my house or not. Only ever has 2 bars for service but it works fine. Over all I am pleases with it.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Fantastic laptop
5 out of 5 rating
Martin G Robles . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been enjoying this PC since day 1. I love how mobile it is. It connects to Verizon 5G without issues. Long-lasting battery life is a game changer. Thank you Lenovo for making this computer. I will definitely keep following for more updates on this model - best so far in the market right now.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Small, light, but more powerful than any bigger PC
5 out of 5 rating
Gacubides . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Awesome performance on a small device. The 32 Gb ram memory makes it fly like no other PC. On top of that the quality of the parts are unique.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Best silent laptop with no moving parts
5 out of 5 rating
sARY77 . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pros:
1. TrackPoint is the reason to only consider ThinkPad when picking a new laptop.
2. Totally silent - no fans or spinning drives!
3. Anti-glare non-touch 16:10 display is better for work.
4. Long battery life.
5. Charges quickly.
6. Stays cool with lots of open tabs in Edge.
7. Encountered no compatibility issues due to ARM processor.
Cons:
1. Gets very warm around the power cable when charging.
2. No configurations without a WWAN modem with the other options I wanted.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Very Satisfied with my purchase
5 out of 5 rating
Alireza A . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A light, fast, and high-quality laptop. The monitor quality is unbelievably good, and the battery life is better than I expected. Very Satisfied with my purchase.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Ready for Showtime
5 out of 5 rating
Marcus D . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a business traveler I was looking for a Windows based laptop that could replace my IPAD Pro. The shortcomings of most laptops are battery life and 5G connectivity. I was hesitant giving the ARM based X13s a go due to limitations with compatibility. So far only ADOBE suit is limited. I use the entire MS Office suit, Autodesk viewers and other software without limitation.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Buy this Computer for everyone.
5 out of 5 rating
Bugt . 2 years ago
This machine is by far the most outstanding device I have ever had to the pleasure of using.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
ARM based Windows Device with some compromises
5 out of 5 rating
AndrewMD . 2 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Lenovo has done a good job of delivering a 5G based portable laptop that is running Windows 11 on ARM. From a specs point of view, not having the ability to configure this unit with 32gb of system RAM and a 5G modem was a huge missed opportunity. Not sure if the 32GB model will have the required 5G antennas in order to install a m.2 modem later, but still a huge missed opportunity.
Keyboard: Thinkpads have always had great keyboards, however for this x13s, Lenovo decided to use the keyboard from their Yoga or cheap consumer IdeaPad. This means that the keys are mushy, non-tactile, leading to a poor typing experience.
Screen: Excellent brightness, resolution, overall clarity. This is not a high PPI but is perfect for daily use. The default scaling is 150%, I recommend 125% for better screen usage.
Overall Size: Perfect portable size. This unit is thin, lightweight and fits professionally in business and/or school environments.
Sound: Speakers are loud and clear.
Camera: This is a face camera for logging into the computer and also use as a web camera. The face camera is not very accurate and you will need to enter either a PIN or fingerprint to log in.
Software/OS: I have had Office freeze up on numerous occasions while typing basic word documents. Edge Browser has also froze a few times which can lead to frustrations. If you are writing out a novel or just a simple school document, all that typing will get lost and you have to type it again when it catches up to itself. Office and Edge are both ARM optimized native apps, so this shouldn't happen. Chrome has crashed multiple times so if you don't like Edge, Firefox will work.
Connectivity: I purchased this mainly for the 5G connection. My iPad Pro is a piece of junk, nothing pro about an iPad. I needed a real portable laptop that can be used anywhere without relying on a hotspot, connecting to my phone or using some random free wifi spot. Just because of this feature, this laptop was worth the cost of admission. I considered the Surface X but didn't want to be limited to 4G LTE only.
PORTS: Other X13 models using Intel processors have a full complement of ports, HDMI, USB, USB-C, Audio, etc. But for some reason, Lenovo decided to include only two USB-C ports. The spacing of these two ports are not the same spacing found on a MacBook where there are a ton of dual port replicators which means you will need to use a single USB-C port replicator.
My wrap up of this review:
This can be a really good laptop for someone looking for ultra portable with 5G, there are no moving parts and is virtually silent. I use an external mouse and keyboard whenever I am at a desk and would have totally used the built-in keyboard if it was the same as other Thinkpads. This is not a gaming system, one should only consider this as a basic office computer with access to Office and Internet. Any x86 based application might not work or simply degrade the performance of the unit.
If you want to install other OS on the device, beware that driver support is limited and not really the fault of Lenovo since this was designed to be a Windows ARM system. Other commenters complaining about Linux support should be looking at some other platform.
lenovo.com Originally posted on lenovo.com
Wait a few months for better Linux support
5 out of 5 rating
Pr0gramm3r . 2 years ago
Nostalgic thinkpad chassis with a nice arm processor! Lightweight and great build quality. Can't wait for better Linux support.
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