In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Product Type | Ultrabook | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.88 cm | - |
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | - | 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm |
Weight | 1.36 kg | 780 g |
Case Material | Carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy | - |
Colour | - | Black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 12" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | - | Yes (multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 (HD) | 2880 x 1920 (QHD+) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
Features | Premium | - |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) 3427U / 1.8 GHz | Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 GHz | - |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Chipset | Mobile Intel QS77 Express | - |
Platform Technology | Intel vPro Platform | - |
Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | DDR3L SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 1333 MHz / PC3L-10600 | 2133 MHz |
Rated Speed | 1333 MHz | - |
Form Factor | Integrated | - |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s | 128 GB SSD PCIe |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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Camera | Yes | Yes |
Resolution | - | 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front) |
Camera Features | Face tracking | IR camera, rear camera with auto focus |
Image Sensor Type | - | CMOS |
Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Speakers, two microphones |
Codec | Realtek ALC3202 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205S - PCI Express Mini Card | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
WWAN |
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Generation | 3G | - |
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Technology | GPRS, WCDMA, HSPA, HSPA+ | - |
Controller | Ericsson H5321gw - PCI Express Mini Card | - |
Max Transfer Rate | 21 Mbps | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 45.8 Wh | 41 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 8.2 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 90 Watt | 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Detachable keyboard |
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Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.0 PoweredUSB 2.0 Mini DisplayPort Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB-C (charging) USB 3.0 USB 2.0 Headphone/microphone combo jack Keyboard |
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Memory Card Reader | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 8 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (1st Gen) | Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter, keyboard |
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Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkPad Roll Cage, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), RapidCharge | Administrator password, power-on password, stand |
Navigation Receiver | GPS | - |
Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return | - |
Model Number | - | 12IKB 80VV |