Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS). 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 T470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good security features

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
81 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor DIMM 288-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11852
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.23 hours
Battery Life With Included Additional Battery Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 3
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), PC Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.579 W/kg (body), 0.579 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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