In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Ultrabook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 8.75 mm | - |
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 8.75 mm / 767 g - tablet 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard |
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Weight | 767 g | 1.13 kg |
Case Material | Magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide |
Colour | Black | Black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 360 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 72% |
Features | Corning Gorilla glass, glare, WideView, anti-fingerprint | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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CPU | Intel Core m5 (6th Gen) 6Y57 / 1.1 GHz | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 4 MB | 3 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 1866 MHz | 1866 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - TCG Opal Encryption | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 515 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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Camera | Yes | Yes - 720p |
Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | - |
Camera Features | Autofocus, 1080p Full HD movie recording, rear camera with flash | ThinkShutter camera privacy |
Sound | Stereo speakers, three microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3268 | Realtek ALC3286 |
Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | 4G |
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Technology | GSM, GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, HSPA, LTE | LTE Advanced |
Controller | Huawei ME906S - M.2 Card | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Technology | 2-cell lithium polymer | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 37 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 19.3 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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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, 20 V | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.0 USB-C Mini DisplayPort Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro | USB-C power adapter |
Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor | - |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington mini security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Reset switch, 3D gyrometer, 3D accelerometer, 3D compass, MIL-STD-810G tested | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested |
Navigation Receiver | GPS | - |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, GREENGUARD | RoHS |
SAR Value | - | 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb) |
ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return | - |