Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH). 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 ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 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
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Weight 770 g 1.13 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 360 cd/m² -
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 4 MB -
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) -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash -
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
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
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
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 (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
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 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 (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass -
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 Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR RoHS
SAR Value - 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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