Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE). 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 ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

average graphics performance

no dedicated GPU

limited storage capacity

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
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 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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