Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

decent port selection

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics power

no USB-C port

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.3 cm x 24.7 cm x 2.03 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Iron grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100%
Features Anti-glare Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - SanDisk 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
VGA
LAN
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V330-14IKB (Lenovo V330) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware 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 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IKB 81B0 -
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