Lenovo ThinkPad T460 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ). 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 T460 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

effective security features

solid performance stability

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated aesthetics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T460 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
82 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.27 cm x 23.37 cm x 2.03 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 1.7 kg 890 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 3000 x 2000 (QHD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3245 Realtek ALC3278
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0)
Pogo keyboard connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
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 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 Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value - 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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