Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE). 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 A275 (20KD) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 12.5" - TN
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 A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
CPU AMD A10 PRO-8730B / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 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 ALC3268 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) 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 Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 23 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.1 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
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
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 ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Operating System (OS) FreeDOS Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KD) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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