Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG). 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 T450s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

robust security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage capacity

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 1.59 kg 880 g
Case Material Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options - G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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