Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s. 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 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outdated aesthetic design

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
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
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (32 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, TrackPoint
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Interfaces 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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security 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 RapidCharge
Compliant Standards ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001 RoHS, MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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