Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

detachable keyboard

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm / 780 g - tablet
29.3 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.57 cm / 395 g - keyboard dock
Weight 770 g 780 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 360 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA (on supplied adapter)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Cables Included Mini DisplayPort-VGA adapter -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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