Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX). 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 A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 12.5" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L2 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 8
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 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours Up to 10.55 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
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 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Slots Nano-SIM card -
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 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
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