Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE). 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.

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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.74 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.93 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.5" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
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 3165 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Interfaces USB 2.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IKB 80X2 -
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