Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE). 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 X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

limited port variety

average display brightness

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no Thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.305 kg 880 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 320 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Corning Gorilla glass
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6006U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Gesture input support -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L831-EAU - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Slots - 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
OneLink connector
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports DisplayPort, HDMI)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 510-12IKB (80XE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options - G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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