Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen). 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 X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard accessory

impressive display clarity

reliable performance

limited battery life

higher price point

modest storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm / 1.1 kg - keyboard dock
Weight 1.34 kg 795 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core m7 (6th Gen) 6Y75 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 515
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support Rear camera with flash
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, 802.11ad (WiGig)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.0
USB-C
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested MIMO technology
Navigation Receiver - GPS
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
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