Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard accessory

impressive display clarity

reliable performance

limited battery life

higher price point

modest storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm / 1.1 kg - keyboard dock 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 795 g 880 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 320 cd/m²
Features - Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core m7 (6th Gen) 6Y75 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 515 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with flash Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Speaker Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, 802.11ad (WiGig) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options - G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIMO technology -
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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