Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s. 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 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

robust build quality

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard feel

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.77 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Black weave Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, Factory Calibration, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 8 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (32 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 5G 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, TrackPoint
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
-
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - 2 years
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