Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust build quality

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.29 cm x 20.78 cm x 1.72 cm -
Weight 969 g -
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy -
Colour Black weave -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Low Power -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1180G7 / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM -
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Union Memory 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Four speakers, four microphones -
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 22.87 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
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