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Perks at Work: Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3: Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, 13.3" 1200p, 16GB RAM

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Perks at Work via Lenovo has Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 AMD Laptop (21CM0022US) on sale for $824.39 when you apply eCoupon codes THINKOFFER2022 & THINK30ANNI in cart. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member max1001 for finding this deal.

Deal Instructions:
  1. Click here to log in/sign up for a Perks at Work account
  2. Go to Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3
  3. Add to cart
  4. Click Skip to Cart to bypass software and accessory add-ons
  5. In cart, apply eCoupon codes THINKOFFER2022 & THINK30ANNI, if they are not already applied
  6. Your price will be $2,159 - $1,187.45 instant savings - $97.16 w/ code THINKOFFER2022 - $50 w/ code THINK30ANNI = $824.39 + free shipping
Specs:
  • AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U 2.9GHz 6-Core Processor
  • 13.3" 1920x1200 300-nit IPS Display
  • 16GB LPDDR5 6400MHz (Soldered)
  • 512GB PCIe SSD Gen 4 Solid State Drive
  • AMD Radeon 660M Integrated Graphics
  • 802.11AX (2 x 2) WiFi + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Backlit Keyboard + Fingerprint Reader
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x USB-C 4 (Power-in)
    • 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
    • 1x HDMI 2.0b
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
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Click on the link below and add to cart.
https://www.lenovo.com/us/vipmemb...perksoffer

Use code THINK30ANNI to get additional $50 off

Processor
AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 6650U Processor (2.90 GHz up to 4.50 GHz)
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro 64
Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon™ 660M
Memory
16 GB LPDDR5-6400MHz (Soldered)
Storage
512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance TLC Opal
Display
13.3" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 100%sRGB, 300 nits, LED Backlight, Narrow Bezel
Camera
1080P FHD with Dual array digital Microphone and ThinkShutter
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Keyboard
Backlit, Black - English (US)
WLAN
Qualcomm Wi-Fi 6E NFA725A 2x2 AX & Bluetooth® 5.1 or above
Warranty
One Year Onsite
Weight
2.63 lbs
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Created 09-27-2022 at 07:06 PM by max1001
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Good deal but I've been getting Bluetooth problems with this one… Bluetooth adapter keeps becoming unavailable even after they swapped the board, twice..
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hm677
09-28-2022 at 01:34 PM.
09-28-2022 at 01:34 PM.
How would something like this be a for a non-gamer / stock trader ... ? I don't need high quality GPU, just mainly fast processor and at least 16GB DDR5.

Screen size is also somewhat of a consideration as well, so this 13" might be (certainly) on the low end... but anyway just wanted to hear some thoughts...

I feel like all I see are gaming laptops or small business laptops and for me I'm unfortunately somewhere in the middle... (certainly not on the gaming side of things though)
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09-28-2022 at 02:26 PM.
09-28-2022 at 02:26 PM.
Quote from hm677 :
How would something like this be a for a non-gamer / stock trader ... ? I don't need high quality GPU, just mainly fast processor and at least 16GB DDR5.

Screen size is also somewhat of a consideration as well, so this 13" might be (certainly) on the low end... but anyway just wanted to hear some thoughts...

I feel like all I see are gaming laptops or small business laptops and for me I'm unfortunately somewhere in the middle... (certainly not on the gaming side of things though)
Should be great if you are happy with 13". I think 13 is perfect if you carry it a lot, take on flights ect. Preferably with a larger monitor(s) to connect to at work/home.
I like 14 better if doing a lot of work on laptop screen, still pretty small light for carrying.
Thinkpad X models are excellent build quality. Processor and RAM will be plenty for your uses. I would expect 5+ years of good use.
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bobley
09-28-2022 at 03:18 PM.
09-28-2022 at 03:18 PM.
Does this stack with any cashback or the AMEX offer?
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blindShame
09-28-2022 at 03:39 PM.
09-28-2022 at 03:39 PM.
Quote from wangs78 :
Can anyone sign up for Perks account? Sounds like you need to work at a company that is part of the program.
Check with your HR department at work. I used to scrounge for P@W accounts on reddit (which was pretty easy until a few years ago) only to discover that our HR department simply did not advertise the programs.

ADP used to own P@W so check there if your pay comes through them.
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blindShame
09-28-2022 at 03:50 PM.
09-28-2022 at 03:50 PM.
Does anyone know if the case is plastic, aluminum, or magnesium? It is 2.6lbs so I suspect aluminum. This is still a steal even if it is plastic.
  • Win Pro (can be joined to a business domain)
  • DDR5 isn't cheap, especially with 16GB
  • 512GB is the minimum but will satisfy pretty much any adult who doesn't have time for toy software (although it is nice to have movies for the plane)
  • Fingerprint reader (but no touch screen)
  • On-site warranty
Tell your IT departments about this deal - frequent flyers will be very happy with it. I paid $799 for my HP Envy i7-1165G7 which is close to this spec (same RAM but 1TB nVME, 2.9lbs) and I'm quite happy with it.

But Intel's Thunderbolt 4 makes docking wonderful ) I just plug in a tiny cable to get power and connect to dual 4k monitors with external keyboard and mouse. If you prefer to have a desktop at home, then an Intel-based system might be worth waiting for (Black Friday).

If this is not nVME, then disregard everything above and avoid this like the plague (nVME storage is both cheaper and higher in performance than SATA but manufacturers still leverage it in order to charge more for the option).
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max1001
09-28-2022 at 04:11 PM.
09-28-2022 at 04:11 PM.
Quote from blindShame :
Does anyone know if the case is plastic, aluminum, or magnesium. It is 2.6lbs so I suspect aluminum. This is still a steal even if it is plastic.
  • Win Pro (can be joined to a business domain)
  • GDDR5 isn't cheap, especially with 16GB
  • 512GB is the minimum but will satisfy pretty much any adult who doesn't have time for toy software (although it is nice to have movies for the plane)
  • Fingerprint reader (but no touch screen)
  • On-site warranty
Tell your IT departments about this deal - frequent flyers will be very happy with it. I paid $799 for my HP Envy i7-1165G7 which is close to this spec (same RAM but 1TB nVME, 2.9lbs) and I'm quite happy with it.

But Intel's Thunderbolt 4 makes docking wonderful ) I just plug in a tiny cable to get power and connect to dual 4k monitors with external keyboard and mouse. If you prefer to have a desktop at home, then an Intel-based system might be worth waiting for (Black Friday)

If this is not nVME, then disregard everything above and avoid this like the plague (nVME storage is both cheaper and higher in performance than SATA but manufacturers still leverage it in order to charge more for the option).

None of the above. Thinkpad use proprietary material that has changed over the year.
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09-28-2022 at 04:14 PM.
09-28-2022 at 04:14 PM.
Quote from wangs78 :
Can anyone sign up for Perks account? Sounds like you need to work at a company that is part of the program.

Anyone can sign up. You can even use personal email. These guys don't care.
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warre2m
09-28-2022 at 04:24 PM.
09-28-2022 at 04:24 PM.
Quote from Joshxt :
How big is the performance gap between this and the 6800u graphically?

Seems negligible: https://www.notebookcheck.net/R5-...596.0.html
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09-28-2022 at 04:41 PM.
09-28-2022 at 04:41 PM.
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None of the above. Thinkpad use proprietary material that has changed over the year.
You're right - it's been a while since I've had an X series in-hand. Out of college, I had an *IBM* Thinkpad and the plastic was garbage. The wear would eventually cause the matte finish to shiny in sections.

But it has come a long way, as you have pointed out. It doesn't have the same feel of aluminum but is worth the extra weight savings for travelers or college students.

300 nits is good enough for a non-glare screen. Most consumer screens are brighter because they don't realize how much better a non-glare business screen is. The non-glare finish reduces the brightness.

It looks like this is nVME but I have yet to confirm. I'm not sure why they wouldn't specify this in the basic description, since it is an obvious requirement for anyone buying a new PC for more than $300.
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09-28-2022 at 04:42 PM.
09-28-2022 at 04:42 PM.
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Anyone can sign up. You can even use personal email. These guys don't care.
https://www.perksatwork.com/regis...rce/ftuins

What work email and business did you register with?

EDIT: and employee ID.
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olsonbri1
09-28-2022 at 05:44 PM.
09-28-2022 at 05:44 PM.
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Should be great if you are happy with 13". I think 13 is perfect if you carry it a lot, take on flights ect. Preferably with a larger monitor(s) to connect to at work/home.
I like 14 better if doing a lot of work on laptop screen, still pretty small light for carrying.
Thinkpad X models are excellent build quality. Processor and RAM will be plenty for your uses. I would expect 5+ years of good use.
If I recall, the 16:10 ratio is actually not as much real estate lost as compared to a 14" and 13" where both are 16:9.

I bought an x13 with the same display off ebay and returned it. It felt like a 14" that I'm used to using.

Tempting deal. Another 6% ($50) at rackootin
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09-28-2022 at 06:52 PM.
09-28-2022 at 06:52 PM.
Can this natively power 2 monitors?

Does anyone know the battery size?
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09-28-2022 at 07:02 PM.
09-28-2022 at 07:02 PM.
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Can this natively power 2 monitors?

Does anyone know the battery size?

From the Q&A

Thank you for your question! Please be advised that the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 AMD (13") - Thunder Black (21CM0022US) laptop comes with a 3 Cell 41Wh integrated battery.

Also, you can refer to the link below for complete specification :
https://psref.lenovo.com/Product/...MD?MT=21CM
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09-28-2022 at 07:09 PM.
09-28-2022 at 07:09 PM.
Quote from GILTI :
From the Q&A

Thank you for your question! Please be advised that the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 AMD (13") - Thunder Black (21CM0022US) laptop comes with a 3 Cell 41Wh integrated battery.

Also, you can refer to the link below for complete specification :
https://psref.lenovo.com/Product/...MD?MT=21CM
Thanks and repped!
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09-28-2022 at 07:16 PM.
09-28-2022 at 07:16 PM.
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If I recall, the 16:10 ratio is actually not as much real estate lost as compared to a 14" and 13" where both are 16:9.

I bought an x13 with the same display off ebay and returned it. It felt like a 14" that I'm used to using.

Tempting deal. Another 6% ($50) at rackootin
You can't use any cashback with Perks at work deals. They both make money on referral.
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