Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good battery life

solid security features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

no USB-C charging

limited color accuracy

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.4 cm 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm
Weight 1.89 kg 1.43 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.5"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel QM175 -
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
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 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.85 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 20 V 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
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 T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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