Lenovo ThinkPad T560 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T560 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen). 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 T560 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.06 cm x 25.82 cm x 2.245 cm 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 2.22 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11871
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years
Limited warranty - battery - 6 months
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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