Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD Comparison

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Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306

13.3 inches | June 2024

Speed 6.5

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13.3 inches | February 2021

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Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD, two laptops from Asus and Lenovo. Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 was introduced to market in June 2024 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD was launched in February 2021. As you can see, ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD is 3 years older than ProArt PX13 HN7306. 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 Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 Key Specs

Launched in June 2024
13.3" TouchScreen - OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen AI 9 365
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
298.2 x 209.9 x 15.8-17.7 mm (11.74 x 8.26 x 0.62-0.7 inches)
Weight: 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD Key Specs

Launched in February 2021
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U
GPU: Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 4000)
8GB Ram
305.8 x 217 x 18.1 mm (12.04 x 8.54 x 0.71 inches)
Weight: 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 over Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~81.9% vs ~77.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.8 mm vs 9.7 mm	3.9 mm thinner bezels
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 1188:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	255 ppi vs 170 ppi	More pixels per inch
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 70.1%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Response Time	1 ms vs 28 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 7 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 7 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	7.1 TFLOPS vs 1.23 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs LPDDR4X	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.7 mm vs 1.5 mm

Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD over Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306

Weight	1.27 kg vs 1.38 kg	0.11 kg lighter
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time

Common Strengths of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD and Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306

Launch Dates	June 2024 vs February 2021	Both laptops are recent models
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
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs LPDDR4X	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD and Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)	1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)
Surface Area	626 cm2 (97 inches2)	664 cm2 (102.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~81.9%	~77.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.8 mm	~9.7 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black, Gray
Cover Opening Angle	360Â°	180Â°

Comparison of the Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD External Dimensions

Weight

ProArt PX13 HN7306 weighs 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs), whereas the ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD weighs 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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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 Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD is 0.10 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

Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370	AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U AMD Ryzen 5 5600U AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U
Base Frequency	2.0 GHz	2.6 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4 GHz
Number of Cores	10	4
Number of Threads	20	8
L3 Cache	24 MB	8 MB
Integrated GPU	AMD Radeon 880M	Radeon RX Vega 6
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	7 nm

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 Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD.

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

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen AI 9 365

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile	Radeon RX Vega 6
Base Clock Frequency	1455 MHz	0 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1755 MHz	1600 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	50 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	7.1 TFLOPS	1,229 GFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR4X
Memory Bus	96 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	~16 Gbps	4.27 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	384
TMUs	80	24
ROPs	48	8

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. Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 has a FLOPS value of 7.1 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD ' has a FLOPS value of . If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 24GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	7500 MHz	4266 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR4X
Upgradable	No	No

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the ProArt PX13 HN7306 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD'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	Asus ProArt PX13 (HN7306)	Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (AMD)
CPU	AMD Ryzen AI 9 365	AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U
GPU	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB	Radeon RX Vega 6
Memory	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
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)

Asus ProArt PX13 (HN7306)|Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (AMD)

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	70 Wh	41 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	200 W	65 W

Moreover, the ProArt PX13 HN7306 boasts a larger battery capacity of 70 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD's41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
Both laptops, the ProArt PX13 HN7306 and the ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (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.

Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD 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. Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD screens have the same size of 13.3".The total usable screen area of the ProArt PX13 HN7306 is 513cm² / 80inch² whereas the ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD's total usable screen area is 513cm² / 80inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ProArt PX13 HN7306 features a higher pixel density with 255 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the ProArt PX13 HN7306 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD offer the same maximum brightness of 500 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

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Asus ProArt PX13 HN7306 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ProArt PX13 HN7306 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD (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 ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD have USB-A ports. ProArt PX13 HN7306 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD feature 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
Neither ProArt PX13 HN7306 nor ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD feature an HDMI port. ProArt PX13 HN7306 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

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
ProArt PX13 HN7306 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both ProArt PX13 HN7306 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 AMD 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)	v7	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No