Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023 Comparison

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Razer Book 13 2020

13.4 inches | November 2020

Speed 3

Size 8.5

Display 4.5

Gaming 1.5

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14 inches | June 2023

Speed 5.5

Size 8

Display 7

Gaming 4.5

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Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023, two laptops by Razer. Razer Book 13 2020 was introduced to market in November 2020 and Razer Blade 14 2023 was launched in June 2023. As you can see, Book 13 2020 is 3 years older than Blade 14 2023. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Razer Book 13 2020 and Razer Blade 14 2023 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Razer Book 13 2020 Key Specs

Launched in November 2020
13.4" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1135G7
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
295 x 198.5 x 15.1 mm (11.61 x 7.81 x 0.59 inches)
Weight: 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)

Razer Blade 14 2023 Key Specs

Launched in June 2023
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
GPU: GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
16GB Ram
319.7 x 220 x 16.8 mm (12.59 x 8.66 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Razer Book 13 2020 over Razer Blade 14 2023

Weight	1.40 kg vs 1.78 kg	0.38 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~88.9% vs ~80.8%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.2 mm vs 9.1 mm	5.9 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	44.8 dB vs 55.5 dB	Less fan noise
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 99.8%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Number of Microphones	4 vs 2	Better Sound capture
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose Razer Blade 14 2023 over Razer Book 13 2020

Display Size	14 inches vs 13.4 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	240 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	216 ppi vs 169 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 80%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Adobe RGB Profile	85.3% vs 65.9%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
Response Time	3 ms vs 47 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	16.8 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR4X	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Faster data transfers
NVMe Type SSD	Yes vs No	Generates higher sound levels
Speaker Loudness	82.7 dB vs 78.7 dB	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.1	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.1	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	15.0 x 8.5 cm vs 11.1 x 7.0 cm

Common Strengths of Razer Blade 14 2023 and Razer Book 13 2020

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left, Right	Flexible charging positions
RAM Type	LPDDR4X vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Razer Blade 14 2023 and Razer Book 13 2020

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Razer Book 13 2020 and the Razer Blade 14 2023.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)	1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)
Surface Area	586 cm2 (90.7 inches2)	703 cm2 (109 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~88.9%	~80.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~3.2 mm	~9.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Black
Cover Opening Angle	140Â°	135Â°

Comparison of the Razer Book 13 2020 and the Razer Blade 14 2023 External Dimensions

Weight

Book 13 2020 weighs 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs), whereas the Blade 14 2023 weighs 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Razer Book 13 2020

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Razer Blade 14 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Razer Book 13 2020

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Razer Blade 14 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Razer Book 13 2020 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Razer Blade 14 2023 is 0.13 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7	AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
Base Frequency	0.9-2.4 GHz	4.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.2 GHz	5.2 GHz
Number of Cores	4	8
Number of Threads	8	16
L3 Cache	8 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	Radeon 780M
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	4 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1324	2035
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	4633	12583
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1355	1838
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	5087	17620

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Razer Book 13 2020 and Razer Blade 14 2023.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1135G7

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	1545 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1890 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	140 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	16.8 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	8 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR4X	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	128 bit
Memory Speed	4.27 Gbps	~16 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	3072
TMUs	40	96
ROPs	20	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Razer Book 13 2020 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the Razer Blade 14 2023 ' has a FLOPS value of 16.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Razer Blade 14 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	4267 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR4X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Total Slots	2	2

The Blade 14 2023 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Book 13 2020's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Razer Book 13 (2020)	Razer Blade 14 (2023)
CPU	Intel Core i5 1135G7	AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
GPU	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
Memory	8 GB	16 GB ; 8 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~19.3 GB (6.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Razer Book 13 (2020)|Razer Blade 14 (2023)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	55 Wh	68.1 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left, Right
Charge Power	65 W	230 W
Full Charging Time	1:30 hr	1:30 hr
AC Adapter Weight	285 gramm

On the other hand, the Blade 14 2023 features a higher battery capacity of 68 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Book 13 2020's 55 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Razer Book 13 2020

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Razer Blade 14 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
The Blade 14 2023 offers a larger max storage capacity of 1 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Book 13 2020's storage capacity of 512 GB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Razer Book 13 2020 and Razer Blade 14 2023 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Book 13 2020 has a display size of 13.4".On the other hand, Blade 14 2023 has a larger14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Book 13 2020 is 521cm² / 81inch² whereas the Blade 14 2023's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Blade 14 2023 features a higher pixel density with 216 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Razer Book 13 2020

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Razer Blade 14 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
The Blade 14 2023 offers a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Blade 14 2023 boasts a faster response time of 3.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
Both Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 offer the same maximum brightness of 500 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

Razer Book 13 2020

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Razer Blade 14 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Razer Book 13 2020 vs Razer Blade 14 2023 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Blade 14 2023 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Book 13 2020 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 have USB-A ports. Book 13 2020 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Blade 14 2023 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 have USB Type-C ports. Book 13 2020 has 2x USB 3.1 USB Type-C ports, while Blade 14 2023 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Book 13 2020 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Blade 14 2023 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 feature an HDMI port. Book 13 2020 offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while Blade 14 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.1.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Book 13 2020 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Blade 14 2023 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Book 13 2020 and Blade 14 2023 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.1	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.1	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No