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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) A 360° convertible in ThinkPad's compact 13.3-inch class
The ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 takes the compact 13.3-inch ThinkPad and adds 360° hinges, a touch display and pen support. As a refurbished business laptop from ITR Bulgaria, it is the machine for people who type on a keyboard one minute and flip the screen to mark it up the next — without carrying a separate tablet.
Benefits
Why the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) makes sense when you want a ThinkPad in a compact form, but with touch and a pen
360° hinges — four modes
The screen folds all the way back: laptop for typing, tablet for notes, tent for a video call in tight space, stand for a presentation on the desk. One device instead of a laptop plus a tablet in your bag.
Active pen support
Write and sketch straight on the screen. On select configurations the pen slots into the chassis and charges there while the laptop is on or in sleep mode — so you don't leave it behind or find it empty at the wrong moment.
13.3″ 16:10 multi-touch
1920×1200 or 2560×1600 in a 16:10 ratio — more vertical space than the usual 16:9 at the same diagonal. At the same horizontal resolution and scaling, you see more of a document or a code file before scrolling. Multi-touch is standard across the model.
PrivacyGuard up to 500 nits (option)
Some units ship with a PrivacyGuard panel rated up to 500 nits — it narrows the viewing angle, so the person next to you on the train or in a waiting room can't read your document.
Carbon fibre + MIL-STD-810H
Convertibles open and rotate more than a standard laptop, so the lid and bottom cover are made of a carbon-fibre hybrid material and passes 12 MIL-STD-810G test procedures — vibration, shock, temperature and humidity.
2× Thunderbolt 4 + HDMI 2.0
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports for docking and external monitors, plus two USB-A and HDMI 2.0. For offices that still run on wired networks, there is an optional USB-C to Ethernet adapter; check whether it is included with the specific unit.
52.8 Wh + Rapid Charge
A 52.8 Wh battery with Lenovo Rapid Charge — according to Lenovo, up to 80% in about an hour from a 65W USB-C charger. Enough to top up between two meetings while you grab a coffee.
ThinkShield + ThinkShutter
dTPM 2.0, a physical ThinkShutter cover over the camera and a fingerprint reader in the power button, plus an optional IR camera for Windows Hello — the corporate security ThinkPad is known for.
Soldered LPDDR4x — full Iris Xe
Up to 32 GB of LPDDR4x-4266, soldered in dual channel. That is good news for the Intel Iris Xe graphics — it only runs at full speed with dual-channel memory, and here you can't end up with a slower setup.
Value as a refurbished laptop
A premium-class convertible with touch and pen costs far less as a refurbished laptop than a new equivalent — and the ThinkShield build holds up to years of use.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel): a ThinkPad with 360° hinges in a 13.3″ chassis
ThinkPad's compact tier has two models that look almost identical and start from the same platform: the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) in a classic laptop format, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) with 360° hinges, a touch screen and pen support. The choice between them is straightforward. If you work on the keyboard only, the X13 Gen 2 has a slightly lower starting weight — from 1.19 kg for the X13 with a carbon-fibre lid, WUXGA screen and 41 Wh battery, and from 1.20 kg for the Yoga, with weight depending on the configuration. If you flip the screen to mark it up or to show something to the other side of the table, the Yoga is the version. Both sit at ThinkPad's premium compact level: the functional equivalent of the T series, but in a 13.3-inch format.
The convertible build isn't cosmetic. The hinges fold all the way around and leaves four positions, each with a real use: laptop for writing a report, tablet for handwritten notes on the screen, tent for watching a video call in tight space, and stand for a desk presentation with the keyboard out of the way. Touch is standard across the whole model, and the optional active pen turns the display into a sketchpad. For someone who runs meetings, that means opening a slide, turning the machine toward the client and drawing on it with the stylus — instead of describing in words something that takes a second to show.
The idea of a 360° ThinkPad has a history that explains why the chassis is the way it is. When Lenovo brought the Yoga hinges into the ThinkPad line-up, the early models even raised the frame around the keys so it would sit flush with them in tablet mode — a fix for the annoyance of pressing keys while holding the device like a tablet. One thing stayed the same across generations, though: a convertible needs a stronger skeleton. Hinges that rotates a full 360 degrees thousands of times, and a screen you touch and press, load the chassis more than a normal laptop does. That is why the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) has a lid and bottom cover made of a carbon-fibre hybrid material — and why it passes 12 MIL-STD-810G test procedures. You feel the result in the hand: a machine that doesn't creak or flex when you pick it up by one corner in tablet mode.
The nerve for such experiments did not come from nowhere — it has an exact date and price. In December 2004 Lenovo announced a deal many took for hubris: the acquisition of IBM's PC business for a total of 1.75 billion dollars, including assumed liabilities, together with the ThinkPad brand and a five-year license on the IBM name. The deal closed on 1 May 2005. According to Lenovo's own retrospective, before the acquisition the company was the world's ninth-largest PC maker with barely 2.3% share. Skeptics waited for failure. A decade later Lenovo was number one worldwide, and the ThinkPad had lost neither its character nor its customers. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is one fruit of that wager — classic ThinkPad discipline wed to an appetite for new forms.
Under the lid sits the 11th-generation Intel Core platform (Tiger Lake) with integrated Iris Xe graphics and up to 32 GB of LPDDR4x-4266 memory, soldered in dual channel — which guarantees Iris Xe always runs at full speed, with no single-channel lottery. Connectivity covers a day on the move: 2× Thunderbolt 4 for a dock and external monitors, two USB-A and HDMI 2.0; wired networking uses an optional USB-C to Ethernet adapter. The camera is 720p with a physical ThinkShutter cover, and on some units IR for Windows Hello. The battery is 52.8 Wh; according to Lenovo, Rapid Charge gives up to 80% in about an hour with a 65W charger. The PrivacyGuard screen at up to 500 nits is an option for people who open sensitive documents on a plane or in a waiting room.
In the 13.3-inch convertible class the nearest neighbour is the HP EliteBook x360 830 G8 — an aluminium 360° model from a premium business line, but with a 16:9 FHD panel and a start around 1.35 kg; the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is a little lighter (from 1.20 kg) and has the taller 16:10 screen. The bigger step is the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1: a 14-inch convertible, larger and heavier (around 1.42–1.55 kg), but with a 1080p camera option if video calls are the priority. And within Lenovo, the X13 Gen 2 is the lighter start (~1.19 kg), with optional touch, but without pen support or the 360° hinges. As a refurbished business laptop, the X13 Yoga Gen 2 has one more argument: the ThinkShield build and standardised components keep ITR Bulgaria's technical audit and refurbishment predictable, and a business-class laptop from the ThinkPad line fits easily into existing corporate processes.
The honest trade-off is clear. For the 360° hinges, standard touch and pen support you choose a different build — here the lid and bottom cover are a carbon-fibre hybrid. The starting weight is 1.20 kg versus 1.19 kg for the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel), but the real difference depends on the configurations. Memory is soldered, with no slot for an upgrade after purchase (up to 32 GB), and the camera is 720p, while the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 offers a 1080p option. If you don't need touch and a stylus, the lighter Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) is the more sensible pick; if you want a bigger canvas to draw on and an optional better camera, look at the 14-inch Dell 7420 2-in-1. But for anyone who wants compact size, a ThinkPad keyboard with TrackPoint and 2-in-1 flexibility in one device, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is the rare combination few models offer at once.
Who it's for
Scenarios where the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) makes the most sense
Presenters with a pen in hand
You open the slide, turn the machine toward the client in stand mode and draw on the part you want to stress with the stylus. Marking the screen does the job faster than ten sentences of explanation.
UX designers and sketch-notes
A designer who roughs out a wireframe or a diagram by hand, then goes back to the keyboard to write it up. Tablet mode with a pen replaces the notebook without adding a second device to the bag.
Students in technical fields
Handwritten formulas and diagrams in tablet mode during a lecture, then clamshell for writing the coursework in the evening. One compact device for both ways of working within a day.
Consultants in client meetings
Three days a week at different clients — the compact laptop, from 1.20 kg, carries easily, while the 360° hinges and the optional PrivacyGuard screen help when presenting in a stranger's office and working on the plane between meetings.
Model highlights
360° hinges — four modes
Laptop, tablet, tent and stand from one device. The hinges rotate all the way, so the screen folds flat with its back against the underside of the base for tablet mode or folds back for a presentation.
Multi-touch + active pen
A touch screen is standard across the whole model. The optional Lenovo Integrated Pen adds handwritten notes and sketches; it slots into a garage in the chassis and charges while the laptop is on or in sleep mode. Check whether it is included with the specific unit.
13.3″ 16:10 IPS — WUXGA or WQXGA
1920×1200 or 2560×1600 in a 16:10 ratio — more vertical space than 16:9 panels at the same diagonal. An IPS panel with touch across the model, with brightness depending on the configuration.
PrivacyGuard up to 500 nits (option)
Some units carry an integrated PrivacyGuard panel rated up to 500 nits — it narrows the viewing angle to keep your document visible to you alone.
Carbon fibre + MIL-STD-810H
A convertible build with a lid and bottom cover made of a carbon-fibre hybrid material. It passes 12 MIL-STD-810G test procedures for vibration, shock, temperature and humidity.
2× Thunderbolt 4 + HDMI 2.0
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports for docking and external monitors, plus two USB-A and HDMI 2.0. For wired networks you can use an optional USB-C to Ethernet adapter; check separately whether it is included.
52.8 Wh + Rapid Charge
A 52.8 Wh battery with Lenovo Rapid Charge — according to Lenovo, up to 80% in about an hour from a 65W USB-C charger. Quick enough top-ups for busy days on the move.
A logical choice as a refurbished laptop
The ThinkShield build and standardised ThinkPad components keep refurbishment technically predictable. That is why the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is well placed as a used laptop refurbished by ITR Bulgaria.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get?
Buying a refurbished business-class laptop makes the strongest sense when the device has gone through a standardised internal refurbishment process and arrives with a real warranty. That is how used laptops become refurbished laptops — a practical, predictable and professional alternative to new entry-level machines, or a far more sensible purchase than new premium equivalents.
- ✓ Technical audit and cosmetic assessment of the device according to an internal standard
- ✓ Refurbishment, cleaning, quality improvement and configuration to standard for repeat business use
- ✓ Use of original software and a prepared configuration appropriate to the model
- ✓ Packaging, real warranty and ongoing support for the model from ITR Bulgaria
Ready to browse available units?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is a refurbished business laptop from the compact ThinkPad X series — a 360° convertible with touch and a pen, tested and prepared for work by ITR Bulgaria. Browse current stock or get in touch for help choosing.
Additional information
Where does the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 fit in the series? ▼
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) belongs to the compact X line — a premium business ThinkPad in a 13.3-inch format. This line plays the role of the T series, but in a smaller size: full corporate features and ThinkShield security in a more portable chassis. Below it in the ThinkPad hierarchy sit the L series (mainstream) and the E series (entry business), while above the compact class is the flagship X1 line (X1 Carbon, X1 Yoga).
Within the compact level there are two models on a related platform, but with different chassis: the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) is the standard laptop, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) adds 360° hinges, standard touch and pen support. Both have a ThinkPad keyboard. The choice between them is by scenario and configuration — not by class.
The Gen 2 generation uses the 11th-generation Intel platform (Tiger Lake) and succeeds the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 1 (Intel) (Intel 10th gen). As a convertible with touch, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) competes directly with the HP EliteBook x360 830 G8 from HP's premium line.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 is not ideal if… ▼
- You don't need tablet mode and a pen, and you work mainly on the keyboard — then the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) is more logical: same platform, but a slightly lighter starting weight (from 1.19 kg, compared with 1.20 kg for the Yoga) and without convertible hinges; the weight difference depends on the configurations.
- You want a RAM upgrade after purchase — memory is soldered LPDDR4x up to 32 GB, with no SO-DIMM slot. The amount of RAM you pick stays the same for the life of the machine; the SSD can be replaced.
- Video calls are a priority and you want a 1080p camera — the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) has a 720p camera. The Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 offers a 1080p option in a convertible form.
- You need 5G mobile broadband — the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) offers 4G LTE as an option, but not 5G. For 5G, look at the clamshell Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) in configurations with such a module. Some Yoga units are only WWAN-ready or have no WWAN support, so check the specific unit.
- You want a bigger canvas for spreadsheets, CAD or drawing — the 13.3-inch screen is compact by design. The Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is a 14-inch convertible, and for a larger standard screen see the Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (Intel).
- You need a guaranteed specific configuration (a particular CPU, vPro, IR camera, PrivacyGuard panel, pen type) — options vary between units, so it's important to check the specific machine.
Choosing the right size and form factor ▼
13.3-inch convertible (Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel)): a compact 2-in-1 with 360° hinges, touch and pen support. The most balanced choice if you want flexibility between laptop and tablet in a small chassis.
13.3-inch standard laptop (Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel)): the same size, but without the 360° hinges — a lighter start and a cheaper refurbished buy if you don't need touch and a stylus.
14-inch convertible (Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1): a bigger canvas for drawing and work, with a 1080p camera option. Trade-off: larger and heavier (around 1.42–1.55 kg).
Form factor: the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) is a convertible with 360-degree hinges — the screen moves through laptop, tablet, tent and stand modes. Touch is standard; if you want a clamshell without the hinges, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) is the version.
Chassis: the lid and bottom cover are made of a carbon-fibre hybrid material. The clamshell Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) has a different build, with lid options in PPS plastic, carbon fibre or aluminium. The material alone does not determine the weight of the whole configuration.
Alternative models ▼
Within Lenovo:
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) — the same platform in a standard laptop without the 360° hinges. A lighter start (from 1.19 kg), with weight depending on the configuration and lid material. Trade-off: no pen support or tablet mode; touch is available as an option. The logical pick if you work on the keyboard only.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 1 (Intel) — the previous generation (Intel 10th gen). A cheaper refurbished option with the same convertible idea, but on an older platform without the Iris Xe graphics of the Gen 2.
Cross-brand alternatives (convertible, business class):
HP EliteBook x360 830 G8 — the direct 13.3-inch convertible rival from HP's premium line. An aluminium 360° chassis, but with a 16:9 FHD panel and a start around 1.35 kg. A different ecosystem (HP Wolf Security). A logical pick for HP-oriented IT departments.
Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 — a 14-inch convertible, a bigger canvas and a 1080p camera option. Trade-off: larger and heavier (around 1.42–1.55 kg) with a 16:9 screen versus the taller 16:10 of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel).
Note: don't compare the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) with the standard clamshell Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (Intel) or with the more affordable Lenovo ThinkPad L/E series — those are a different form factor or a different business class with a different target group.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get? ▼
With a convertible, refurbishment has a specific logic. The 360° hinges, the touch layer and the screen glass are the parts that show wear most visibly in daily use, so the technical audit on the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) checks exactly those — whether the hinges hold every position, whether touch and the pen respond across the whole screen. The ThinkPad build helps: components are standardised and the hardware documentation is thorough, which keeps the result of refurbishment predictable.
On top of that comes the reputation of the brand. When a refurbished used laptop is a Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel), it fits naturally into existing corporate IT processes and standards. After refurbishment the machine is prepared for repeat business use with a real warranty and support from ITR Bulgaria — the difference between an unchecked second-hand laptop and a refurbished business laptop with a professional history.
Frequently asked questions ▼
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) a good choice as a used laptop?
Yes, especially if you need a convertible with touch and a pen. Premium-class convertibles are expensive new, but as a refurbished laptop the price becomes accessible without losing the ThinkShield security and the carbon-fibre build. ThinkPad components are standardised, which keeps refurbishment technically predictable.
What's the difference between the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel)?
They start from a related platform, but have different chassis. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel) is a standard laptop with a regular keyboard and a lighter start (from 1.19 kg), with weight depending on the configuration. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) adds 360° hinges, a multi-touch screen and active pen support; the lid and bottom cover are made of a carbon-fibre hybrid material, and its weight starts from 1.20 kg. The choice is by scenario: typing only → Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (Intel); typing plus tablet mode and sketching → Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel).
What pen does it use and how does it charge?
The model supports an active pen for writing and sketching straight on the screen. On some configurations the pen slots into a garage in the chassis and charges there while the laptop is on or in sleep mode, so it is always at hand and topped up. Whether a pen is included depends on the specific unit — worth checking.
What configurations does the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 2 (Intel) come in?
The model comes with Intel Core i5 or i7 from the 11th generation (including vPro options), 8/16/32 GB of soldered LPDDR4x memory and an M.2 NVMe SSD from 256 GB to 2 TB. On select units you may find: an IR camera for Windows Hello, a fingerprint reader in the power button, a PrivacyGuard panel up to 500 nits, an active pen with Garage charging, vPro and different brightness levels. The battery is 52.8 Wh. We recommend checking the exact configuration before purchase.