Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY). 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 T480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

outdated aesthetic design

Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

durable build

efficient for basic tasks

solid battery life

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

low processing power

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
65 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 30.05 cm x 21.25 cm x 2.17 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron N3450 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 500
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
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 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Lenovo 100e (1st Gen) (81CY)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001 CPSIA
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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