Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9). 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 T460s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

lightweight design

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no touchscreen option

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

reliable performance

high price point

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T460s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3245 USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Wireless Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS
SAR Value - 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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