Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (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 X1 Carbon (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outdated design aesthetics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 X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust carbon-fiber construction

excellent keyboard feel

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

good battery life

higher price point

no touch screen option

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T440s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.34 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 4400
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Face tracking Face tracking, gesture input support
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Wireless - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (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
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, WEEE, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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