Detailed comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Ultrabook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm | - |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
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| Weight | 920 g | 1.13 kg |
| Case Material | Anodised aluminium | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide |
| Colour | Grey | Black |
| DISPLAY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 350 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | - | 72% |
| Windows Ink Capability | Yes | - |
| Features | Glare, CineCrystal, One Glass Solution, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | - | 3.5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 1866 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
| STORAGE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD - Kingston | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
| Camera | Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) | Yes - 720p |
| Resolution | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | - |
| Camera Features | Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello | ThinkShutter camera privacy |
| Video Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3286 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | - | 4G |
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| Technology | - | LTE Advanced |
| Controller | - | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card |
| BATTERY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Technology | 2-cell lithium polymer | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 37 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 10.5 hours | Up to 19.3 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 45 Watt, 19 V | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
| INPUT | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Type | Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
| SOFTWARE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen | USB-C power adapter |
| Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, electromagnetic compass | - |
| Security | Fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington mini security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, built-in easel kickstand | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS |
| SAR Value | - | 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
| Model Number | 383S | - |
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