Lenovo ThinkPad X240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen). 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 X240 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

efficient power management

average display quality

limited graphics performance

older processor model

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Review

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

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

limited port variety

average display brightness

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.305 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Gesture input support
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Technology - Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Interfaces Dock USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
OneLink connector
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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