Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV). 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 X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust carbon-fiber construction

excellent keyboard feel

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

good battery life

higher price point

no touch screen option

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

detachable keyboard

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm / 780 g - tablet
29.3 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.57 cm / 395 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.34 kg 780 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS
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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