Lenovo ThinkPad X260 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X260 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD). 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 X260 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X260 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good connectivity options

compact and portable

average display quality

moderate processor speed

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

limited port variety

average graphics performance

no touchscreen option

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X260 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
85 % - Design
65 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X260 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3245 Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 23 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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