Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

portable design

reliable performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

efficient thermal management

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price segment

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.28 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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