Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad T450. 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 X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust carbon-fiber construction

excellent keyboard feel

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

good battery life

higher price point

no touch screen option

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient battery life

good enterprise security

solid performance stability

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated design aesthetics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad T450
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I218-LM
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Technology Lithium Ion -
Max Supported Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad T450
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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