Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV). 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 Gen 9 (20XW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

bright, vivid display

higher price point

limited port selection

average graphics performance

no touchscreen option

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

detachable keyboard

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.5 cm x 22.16 cm x 1.49 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm / 780 g - tablet
29.3 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.57 cm / 395 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.133 kg 780 g
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black paint Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 3:2
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Low Power -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Four speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 26 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW) Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XW)
Other Comparisons with Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: