Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ). 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 1.305 kg 890 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3000 x 2000 (QHD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Gesture input support IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 Realtek ALC3278
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Slots - 1 x Nano-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 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0)
Pogo keyboard connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
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), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value - 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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