Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE). 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 X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

affordable price point

decent performance

good port selection

average display quality

modest battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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