Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Product Type Ultrabook - with keyboard dock Tablet - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 24.9 cm x 17.8 cm x 0.9 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 900 g - keyboard dock 24.9 cm x 18.3 cm x 0.85 cm / 470 g - keyboard dock
24.9 cm x 17.8 cm x 0.9 cm / 550 g - tablet
Weight 822 g 550 g
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Graphite black Snow white | Platinum silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 10.1" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1280 x 800 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 370 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
CPU Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Atom x5 Z8350 / 1.44 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 1.92 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 2 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 32 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel HD Graphics 400
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec ALC286-VC -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
Network Interface Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 33 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 36 Watt 20 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB-C 3.0
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB 2.0 (on keyboard dock)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer, Lenovo Application Store, Lenovo CCSDK
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer Accelerometer
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 10ICR 80XF
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