Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

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Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

reliable performance

high price point

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
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Weight 880 g 1.09 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Iron grey -
DISPLAY Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Screen Size (Type) 12.2" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 320 cd/m² -
PROCESSOR Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz No CPU
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes -
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2 High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology WCDMA, LTE, FDD LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L831-EAU -
BATTERY Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort, VGA, HDMI)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2 USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor, inertial measurement unit (IMU) -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 12IKB 20M3 -
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