Lenovo ThinkPad T460 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th 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 T460 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

effective security features

solid performance stability

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated aesthetics

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

fast ssd storage

good battery life

expensive price point

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T460 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
82 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.27 cm x 23.37 cm x 2.03 cm 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.645 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.17 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - 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 - 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 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 T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3245 CX11852
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
OneLink+ connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, 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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