Lenovo ThinkPad X240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)

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

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG). 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 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14" - IPS
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
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.5 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, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
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 (6th Gen) (20KG)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces Dock 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 (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
SAR Value - 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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