Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS)
Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2). 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 X13 Gen 1 (20T2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

impressive battery life

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm - Seagate 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, fixed focus, 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G WWAN upgradable
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.2 hours Up to 15.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20T2)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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