Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Review

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

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

impressive battery life

fast performance

limited storage capacity

average graphics

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
RAM (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 19.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
SAR Value 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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