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Equipped with a state-of-the-art Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, combined with 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, Ninkear S13 is designed for those looking for portability without sacrificing performance.
The concept behind this two-in-one tablet, weighing under one kilogram, intrigued us from the start and kept us interested throughout the past few days of hands-on testing.
Who is the Ninkear S13 two-in-one tablet best suited for?
Bringing together the features of a laptop and a tablet in a single device may be just what some users are looking for in a machine. From professionals working in mobility, such as consultants or commercials, and creatives, such as beginner designers, to teachers and students.
After all, the two-in-one combination allows you to easily switch between productivity and mobility, adapting to different tasks throughout the day, without weighing down your suitcase or backpack: from the comfort of the office to the logistics of finishing a presentation on the train or bus.
The Ninkear S13 is designed to deliver an ideal balance of portability and performance, featuring a modern multi-core processor and fast memory without sacrificing its lightweight form factor or hybrid functionality.
In the Box
In a "ready to be offered" box, Ninkear S13 arrives accompanied by:
- A pen;
- A magnetic keyboard;
- Keyboard stickers for different languages;
- Playful stickers;
- Cable for charging and data transfer;
- Power adapter;
- User manual.
Design and Materials
Unmistakably lightweight yet durable thanks to its magnesium-alloy chassis, the Ninkear S13 is a compact device with a sleek look.
Without much to add about the front, where the camera is positioned in the center, discreetly, it is on the back that one of the device's assets lies.
The rear also includes an integrated stand with up to 155° of adjustment. It offers excellent versatility and remains firmly in place, ensuring the device stays stable at the selected angle.
Connectivity and Peripherals
The tablet's ports are well distributed, with the USB-C ports and volume rocker located on the left side, while the USB 3.0 port and power button are positioned on the right. Along the bottom edge, strong magnets ensure a secure connection to the keyboard.
Through the physical connectivity options, Ninkear S13 allows data transfer, video output and charging through the same type of connector, and screen projection, with the two USB Type-C ports.
Meanwhile, the USB 3.0 port enables the use of USB flash drives and supports a wide range of peripherals, including controllers, mice, and printers.
On the wireless side, Wi-Fi 6 provides faster, more reliable, and more efficient internet connectivity, particularly in crowded environments such as universities, offices, and public spaces. Meanwhile, Bluetooth 5.0 enables seamless pairing with wireless accessories, including headsets, keyboards, and mice.
Clearly integrated for functional use, the Ninkear S13's 5 MP front camera is suitable for video calls, classes or online meetings, with sufficient quality for a clear image in normal light conditions.
The rear camera is another feature of this 2-in-1 device, setting it apart from traditional laptops, although it is not designed for high-quality photography.
Its 5 MP sensor is best suited for practical use cases such as document scanning or quick photos, delivering decent sharpness with just little gape for image quality suitable for serious photography.
The Ninkear S13’s audio system is designed with practicality in mind. Instead of emphasizing high-fidelity or high output, it delivers solid performance for video conferencing and everyday multimedia use.
The side-mounted speakers provide adequate sound for videos, movies, and music at moderate volumes, while the microphone ensures clear voice pickup during calls.
The Ninkear S13 includes a stylus and a black QWERTY keyboard in the box.
🖋️ Stylus Overview
The stylus is white, lightweight, and magnetically attachable to the tablet and keyboard, making it easy to carry and use. With support for 4096 pressure levels, it can precisely detect subtle differences in pressure for a more natural writing and drawing experience.
This is particularly useful for handwriting, note-taking, and drawing, providing much greater precision than using your fingers on the screen alone.
Ideal for large creative projects, the stylus is designed to make the experience more fluid and natural. It is particularly useful for students who prefer handwriting notes, as well as professionals who need to jot down ideas, make quick sketches, or sign digital documents.
In the tablet settings, it is also possible to customize the stylus, which features a shortcut button at the top and a side button.
In addition to selecting the user’s writing hand, it allows certain apps to be opened via the shortcut button, helping to streamline workflows and study tasks.
⌨️ About the Keyboard
Magnetic and detachable, the keyboard allows you to quickly switch between tablet and laptop modes, which is one of the key highlights of this 2-in-1 device.
Equipped with an elastic pen holder, the keyboard attaches precisely to the Ninkear S13 thanks to a reliable POGO-pin connection, eliminating the need for additional cables or brackets while ensuring a stable and secure fit.
Although not as spacious or robust as a traditional laptop keyboard, the one included with the Ninkear S13 offers decent tactile feedback, making it comfortable enough for extended typing without fatigue.
The built-in touchpad also provides a responsive experience, although it is naturally not as comfortable as a full-sized laptop trackpad.
The backlit keyboard is helpful for typing in dimly lit conditions.
During setup, you can add an additional keyboard layout alongside the default one. A set of stickers, including Portuguese, is provided to adapt the keys as needed.
Display
The Ninkear S13’s screen is one of its strengths, designed for users who value visual quality and comfort during prolonged use. At around 13 inches, it offers a balanced compromise between workspace and portability, being large enough for multitasking and comfortable reading while still remaining easy to carry.
The 2560 × 1600 (2.5K) resolution delivers high pixel density, resulting in sharp text and clear, detailed images.
Thanks to its sRGB coverage, colors are reproduced vividly and accurately, which is particularly useful for those working with images, graphics, or any content that requires high color fidelity.
The 350-nit brightness is suitable for most indoor environments, including well-lit classrooms, cafés, and offices. However, outdoors or in direct sunlight, visibility becomes more limited.
In turn, the 60 Hz refresh rate is sufficient for everyday use, video playback, and productivity tasks, although it is not ideal for gaming.
Hardware and Performance
To deliver both performance and energy efficiency, the Ninkear S13 is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 5 115U processor, reaching up to 4.2 GHz, with 8 cores and 10 threads.
Combined with the Intel AI Boost NPU delivering 11 TOPS, it enables smooth multitasking, allowing multiple applications to run simultaneously—such as text editors, multi-tab browsers, video calls, and productivity tools—without compromising performance.
The Ninkear S13 is not the right choice for those looking for a moderate gaming machine, as even relatively simple games that do not require a dedicated GPU or very powerful hardware can cause the device to overheat. The display quality, however, is excellent, with very accurate colors.
At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is already essential in the daily work and studies of many users, the NPU helps accelerate AI-based tasks such as image recognition and voice transcription. In a quiet environment, voice transcription performs particularly well.
With 16GB LPDDR5 RAM to manage large volumes of data, launching programs and enabling demanding applications to run smoothly, the 1TB SSD storage offers ample space for storing documents and projects.
For more details, here's a benchmark score:
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Geekbench 6.6.0:
- CPU - 1911 Single-Core Score; 6005 Multi-Core Score
- GPU - 12022 OpenCL Score
Software
The Ninkear S13 ships with Windows 11 preinstalled and ready to go. The setup process is straightforward, with only basic steps such as selecting the language and adjusting a few initial settings.
From the outset, the Accessibility icon is available, in case you need to adjust the tones or font size, for example.
Microsoft Office—featuring apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook—comes pre-installed, which can be useful depending on the user’s workflow.
The device also reflects the brand’s focus on AI through a dedicated Microsoft Copilot key built into the keyboard, offering quick access to the chatbot when using the accessory.
Battery and Autonomy
The integrated 42 Wh battery delivers up to eight hours of standby autonomy, making the Ninkear S13 a reliable companion for everyday productivity.
Designed for mobility, the S13 easily supports a full day of moderate use, including web browsing, document editing, and multitasking on the go. For entertainment such as extended gaming sessions or long streaming marathons, fast and efficient recharging ensures you’re quickly back up and running.
With support for 65W USB-C Power Delivery, charging is both fast and flexible, allowing compatibility with modern power banks and compact chargers—perfect for users who are always on the move.
For reference, the Ninkear S13 consumed about 27% of its battery during a one-hour YouTube concert stream, and around 30% during a 1.5-hour Netflix documentary.
It should also be noted that the fast charger included with the S13 uses GaN (gallium nitride) technology, making the included adapter more compact, efficient, and capable of delivering high power in a smaller form factor compared to traditional silicon chargers.
In theory, this technology reduces energy loss in the form of heat and improves overall efficiency, which can result in faster charging and a cooler, more portable power adapter.
With the 65W adapter, the tablet charged from 0 to 80% in about two hours, with only a slight increase in temperature midway through the charging process.
Verdict
Ninkear S13, this 2-in-1 tablet proved to be a well-balanced device, ideal for users seeking portability and versatility alongside solid performance for everyday tasks.
The modern processor, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB SSD enable smooth multitasking and fast application launches, while the 13-inch display offers good clarity and accurate colors for study, work, or media consumption.
Combined with the included digital pen and keyboard, along with strong connectivity and solid battery life, the S13 stands out as a convenient daily-use device. It is a very capable tool for students, mobile professionals handling documents and presentations, or creatives who need to switch between writing, drawing, and editing content.
A 1 TB SSD delivers real value not only in terms of storage capacity but also in data access speed, resulting in faster system boot times and quicker opening of heavy applications.
For those who store large amounts of media files, work projects, or academic resources, this can be an ideal device, offering enough space so that there is no need to rely on external storage or cloud services.