Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA). 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 X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) 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

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.49 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 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
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Weight 890 g 1.09 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (QHD+) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3278 USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass -
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 Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, 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) 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
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 - battery - 1 year
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