Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T440s
Lenovo ThinkPad T440s

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T440s and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen). 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 T440s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T440s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

solid security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

outdated design aesthetics

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 T440s and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 900 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.59 kg 822 g
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 370 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5300
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Face tracking -
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, three microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 ALC286-VC
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Wireless - Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 2
Max Supported Qty 2 -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 36 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
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)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Fingerprint 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, WEEE, 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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