Lenovo ThinkPad T450 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T450 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen). 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 T450 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient battery life

good enterprise security

solid performance stability

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated design aesthetics

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 T450 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T450 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 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 1.63 kg 770 g
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 360 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 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 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, 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 T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 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 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Max Supported Qty 2 -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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 - Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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