Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 1, Core i5-10310U, 8GB, 256GB SSD

The ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 1 is a cheap, light 2-in-1 that's perfect for students on a budget. It scores best for portability and affordability, but the weak CPU, limited RAM, and tiny storage mean it's strictly for basic tasks. At CAD 340 refurbished, it's a solid deal if you know what you're getting.

The i5-10310U is a 4-core chip from Intel's Comet Lake era. In our database, it lands in the 21st percentile for CPUs, which is mediocre by today's standards. Everyday tasks feel fine, but heavy multitasking with 8GB of RAM gets tight fast. The integrated graphics sit at the 6th percentile, so gaming is basically off the table. Storage is a 256GB SSD, which is on the smaller side but at least it's an SSD, so boot times and app launches stay snappy.

Stacked against the HP OmniBook X Flip or Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro, the X13 Yoga looks dated. Those newer machines have faster CPUs, more RAM, and better screens. But they also cost several times more. The Dell Latitude XPS 13 is a closer rival in spirit, though even refurbished units tend to run higher. If you need modern performance, skip this and save up. If you need a cheap, reliable 2-in-1 for school or light office work, the ThinkPad holds its own.

At CAD 340, this is a steal for a ThinkPad Yoga. The affordability score puts it in the 97th percentile, meaning it's one of the cheapest options in its class right now. You're getting a business-grade chassis, a touchscreen 2-in-1, and Windows 11 Pro for less than most budget Chromebooks. The trade-off is older internals and limited upgrade potential, but for the price, it's hard to complain.

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 1 is a refurbished 2-in-1 that nails the basics for students and anyone who needs a light, flexible laptop without spending much. At 1.36kg with a 13.3-inch screen, it's easy to toss in a bag and go. The i5-10310U and 8GB of RAM won't blow anyone away, but for notes, browsing, and office work, it gets the job done.

This unit comes in "Good" refurbished condition with a 90-day warranty. That means light wear and micro-scratches, but full functionality. Just know the retailer is opting out of Bill 29, so don't expect replacement parts or repair support past the original warranty window.

Skip this if you need to run demanding software, edit video, or play games. The integrated graphics and 8GB of RAM will frustrate you quickly. Also skip it if you need lots of ports or long-term repairability, the port selection is one of the weakest we've seen and the Bill 29 opt-out means no guaranteed parts down the road.

This is a student laptop through and through. The 69.6/100 student score is the best fit here, and it makes sense. Light, flexible, cheap, and durable enough for a backpack. Business users will find the 43.8/100 score fair, it works for basic productivity but not much more. Anyone expecting gaming or heavy creative work should look elsewhere immediately.