Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)

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Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520). 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 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 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
30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 770 g 880 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
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) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 360 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 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) Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
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) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash Rear camera with auto focus
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - WCDMA, LTE, FDD LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L831-EAU
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort, VGA, HDMI)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor, inertial measurement unit (IMU)
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 12IKB 20M3
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