Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5). 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.

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
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
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 24 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours Up to 14.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
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 security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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