Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

limited port variety

average display brightness

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

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

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 1.305 kg 770 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 360 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Gesture input support Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
OneLink connector
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
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 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), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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