Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC). 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 E590 (20NC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard design

adequate performance level

reasonable price point

solid security features

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 36.9 cm x 25.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight - 2.12 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 90%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
RAM - 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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