Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) and Lenovo ThinkPad T470. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good security features

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) and Lenovo ThinkPad T470
81 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
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 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen)
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin DIMM 288-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 240 GB
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
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 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion -
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh -
Battery Life With Included Additional Battery - Up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 3
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SDXC UHS Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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