Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm | 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm |
Weight | 1.23 kg | 1.12 kg |
Case Material | Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) | Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) |
Colour | Thunder black | Deep black paint |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% sRGB |
Features | Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle | Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | 12-core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 18 MB |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 6400 MHz | 5200 MHz |
Rated Speed | 6400 MHz | 6400 MHz |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon 660M | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | 3 external monitor(s) |
Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
Camera Features | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus |
Sound | Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone | Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | Realtek ALC3306 |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice |
Audio Features | - | 360° far-field microphones |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Qualcomm NFA725A | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G |
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Technology | - | LTE |
Controller | - | FIBOCOM L860-GL - M.2 Card |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 57 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 24.9 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V | 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied adapter) |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence | Windows 11 Pro |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter | USB-C power adapter |
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Security | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | Kensington nano security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | EPEAT Gold |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | 5 °C | 5 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | 8 - 95% | 8 - 95% |