Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen). 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 Helix (2nd Gen) Review

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

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

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

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook - with keyboard dock Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 900 g - keyboard dock 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 822 g 770 g
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour Graphite black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 370 cd/m² 360 cd/m²
Features VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions 1080p 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec ALC286-VC Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Installed Qty 2 -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 36 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Fingerprint reader 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, volume control, lock display rotation function Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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