Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) 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 X12 Detachable (20UW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

detachable flexibility

sharp display clarity

responsive touch screen

decent battery life

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

higher price point

average graphics performance

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 X12 Detachable (20UW) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - 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 760 g 880 g
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 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 X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306-GRT -
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.42 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 3-level backlight Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
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)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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