Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX)
Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6). 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 L580 (20LX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

360-degree hinge flexibility

good battery life

lightweight and portable

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

fewer ports options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.58 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
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 Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 -
Camera Yes - 720p -
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 Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L580 (20LX) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Dockable 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
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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