Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen). 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 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 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 X12 Detachable (20UW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) 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 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - keyboard dock -
Weight 760 g 1.09 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72%
Features Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 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 X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306-GRT Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 12.42 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 3-level backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
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
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer -
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 nano security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return
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