Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV). 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 X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.995 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11852 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Qualcomm 435-AC - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.63 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Interfaces USB 3.1
USB 3.1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (Power Delivery/data/video)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
Software Included Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), PC Manager -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E585 (20KV) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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