Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 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

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust build quality

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 29.29 cm x 20.78 cm x 1.72 cm
Weight - 969 g
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black weave
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1180G7 / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 12 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Union Memory
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 22.87 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
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 USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UQ)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year -
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