Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

ample storage options

good processor performance

average display quality

modest graphics card

lacks USB-C charging

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

detachable flexibility

sharp display clarity

responsive touch screen

decent battery life

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

higher price point

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.44 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - keyboard dock
Weight 890 g 760 g
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (QHD+) 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
RAM 0 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
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 Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3278 Realtek ALC3306-GRT
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours Up to 12.42 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad 3-level backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, microSDXC UHS) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KK) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested, built-in easel kickstand RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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