Lenovo ThinkPad T460p vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460p and Lenovo ThinkPad T480. 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 T460p Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460p based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good battery life

efficient thermal management

heavy design

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no usb-c port

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

outdated aesthetic design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T460p and Lenovo ThinkPad T480
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460p vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.4 cm x 23.9 cm x 2.44 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 2.13 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Graphite black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 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, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6440HQ / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel QM170 -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 530 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) - 24 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
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 T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460p Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001
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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