Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T460s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad T460s. 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

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

lightweight design

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no touchscreen option

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Product Type Ultrabook - with keyboard dock Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 900 g - keyboard dock -
Weight 822 g 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Graphite black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 370 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
CPU Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 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 ThinkPad T460s
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 20 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec ALC286-VC Realtek ALC3245
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Max Supported Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 36 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
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)
2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
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 -
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, volume control, lock display rotation function Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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