Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE). 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.845 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.5" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Wireless - 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 -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.6 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, RapidCharge, 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
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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