Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 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

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm
Weight - 1.46 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - TN
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
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 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 Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - 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 Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M6)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.948 W/kg (body), 0.948 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year -
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