In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P). 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 (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 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 |
29.29 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 | 770 g | 920 g |
Case Material | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy | Anodised aluminium |
Colour | Black | Grey |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12" - IPS | 12" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Image Brightness | 360 cd/m² | 350 cd/m² |
Windows Ink Capability | - | Yes |
Features | Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle | Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz |
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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 | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX) | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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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 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 | 128 GB SSD - Kingston |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 615 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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Memory Allocation Technology | - | Shared Video Memory (UMA) |
Camera | Yes | Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) |
Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) |
Camera Features | Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash | Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello |
Video Resolutions | 1080p | 720p, 1080p |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3268 | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Technology | - | 2-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 37 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 10.5 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 45 Watt | 45 Watt, 19 V |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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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 (2nd Gen) | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard | Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter |
Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass | Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit | Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand |
Compliant Standards | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Model Number | - | 58ZQ |