Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Product Type | Ultrabook | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.645 cm | - |
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | - | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | - | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
Weight | 1.17 kg | 920 g |
Case Material | Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic | Anodised aluminium |
Colour | - | Grey |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 12" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | - | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 350 cd/m² |
Windows Ink Capability | - | Yes |
Features | Anti-glare | Glare, CineCrystal, One Glass Solution, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 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, Intel Smart Cache | - |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 1866 MHz | - |
Rated Speed | 1866 MHz | - |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD - Kingston |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 520 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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Memory Allocation Technology | - | Shared Video Memory (UMA) |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) |
Resolution | - | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) |
Camera Features | - | Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello |
Video Resolutions | - | 720p, 1080p |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Codec | CX11852 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Wireless | - | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
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Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 2-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 52 Wh | 37 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 11 hours | Up to 10.5 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | - | 45 Watt, 19 V |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.0 Mini DisplayPort HDMI OneLink+ connector Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 (Always On) LAN (on supplied adapter) |
USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen |
Integrated Options | - | Ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, electromagnetic compass |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader |
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested | Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, built-in easel kickstand |
Compliant Standards | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return | - |
Model Number | - | 383S |