Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Lenovo ThinkPad X390

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390. 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 X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.845 cm 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - 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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
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 X390
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
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 X390
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 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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