Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)

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Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3). 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 Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

robust build quality

decent processor performance

includes digital pen

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
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 890 g 880 g
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (QHD+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash Rear camera with auto focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3278 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card 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 (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0)
Pogo keyboard connector
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, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen RoHS
SAR Value 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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