Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) 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 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 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 Tablet (1st Gen) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm / 1.1 kg - keyboard dock -
Weight 795 g 1.09 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
CPU Intel Core m7 (6th Gen) 6Y75 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 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 ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 515 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Rear camera with flash ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Speaker Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, 802.11ad (WiGig) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G upgradable
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 MIMO technology -
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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