Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4). 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 Tablet 10 (20L4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

touchscreen functionality

decent battery life

includes stylus pen

robust build quality

limited storage capacity

mediocre processing power

no high-resolution display

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm 26.1 cm x 17.8 cm x 1.06 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 672 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Polycarbonate, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 10.1" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1280 x 800 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 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 X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support Rear camera with auto focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3240
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8822BE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard Volume control
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo Tablet 10 (20L4)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested Reset switch
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value - 1.44 W/kg (body), 1.44 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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