The ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 doesn't offer a significant discount compared to the MacBook Air, but it comes with several advantages that justify the extra cost. As of the time of writing, the starting price for the ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 is $1,027, providing you with 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and a Core Ultra 7 processor. This configuration costs slightly more than the MacBook Air M2.
Moreover, the ThinkBook 13x features a superior screen. It boasts a 13.5-inch panel with a resolution of 2880 x 1920 pixels and a faster refresh rate of 120 Hz. Not only is it a higher-resolution screen, but it's rare to find a refresh rate higher than 60 Hz on such an affordably priced laptop. This is what makes the ThinkBook 13x stand out.
Additionally, the ThinkBook 13x is quite slim and lightweight, just slightly larger than the MacBook Air.