Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG). 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.

Microsoft Surface Pro X Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro X based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp, vibrant display

excellent battery life

innovative form factor

LTE connectivity option

limited app compatibility

no headphone jack

higher price point

underwhelming base model performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 774 g 1.13 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Platinum | Matte black Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Screen Size (Type) 13" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes - 720p
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE Advanced Pro LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 19.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 1.498 W/kg (body) 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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