Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s 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 T460s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

lightweight design

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no touchscreen option

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 T460s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 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 1.36 kg 770 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - 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 250 cd/m² 360 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller 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 T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 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 ALC3245 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460s 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, buttonless touchpad Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 T460s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested 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 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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