Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S). 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 T470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good security features

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
81 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.74 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.93 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
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
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor DIMM 288-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7 hours
Battery Life With Included Additional Battery Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 3
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 2.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IKB 80X2
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