Product Comparison: Lenovo ThinkPad T560 vs Lenovo ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE)


General Specifications
Brand
Lenovo
Lenovo
Model
ThinkPad T560
ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE)
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The ThinkPad T560 is powered by a six-generation Intel Core i5-6200U dual-core processor, clocked at up to 2.8 GHz and 8 GB DDR3 RAM. Lenovo ThinkPad T560 is equipped with two 3-cell batteries: built-in and external, removable.
The ThinkPad T580 has a match-on-chip fingerprint reader, anti-spoofing technology that authenticates log-in credentials and helps safeguards your data, and ThinkShutter, a webcam cover that you can open and close.
Key Specs
Screen Size
15.6 in.
15.6 in.
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro
Windows 10 Pro
Processor Speed
2.3 GHz
1.6 GHz
System Memory (RAM)
8 GB
8 GB
Storage Capacity
256 GB
512 GB
Battery Life
13.5 hours
13.8 hours
Size & Weight
Height
0.88 in.
0.79 in.
Width
14.96 in.
14.4 in.
Depth
9.92 in.
9.95 in.
Weight
5.07 lbs.
4.39 lbs.
Processor
Processor Model
Intel Core i5-6200U
Intel Core i5-8250U
Number of Cores
2
4
Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 520
Intel UHD Graphics 620
What customers say about "Processor"
Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Laptop
  • Amazing processor, that helps laptop stay for long times with one charge.
  • Good integrated graphics for basic office needs.
  • If the Turbo Boost of the Core i5-6200U is fully utilized like in this case, the CPU is on par with the former high-end chips.
  • This Intel i5 processor works amazing for every demand task.
  • Not a powerful processor, that can't do lot of work.
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE) Ultrabook
  • This laptop is the best I’ve ever owned. It’s super fast due to the high-end intel core processor.
  • This is a very good computer and serves our small business perfectly. Processor and integrated graphics are working well.
  • Processor work seems stabile, quick and very well in all aspects for my work.
  • Perfect computer for everyday work use. Sleek design with good CPU.
  • This laptop is fast, use it for programming and research assignments. It's processor works great.
Memory
Type of Memory (RAM)
DDR3
DDR4
Type of Storage
SSD
SSD
Card Reader
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Memory"
Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Laptop
  • It is equipped with fast and precise SSD drive, that works just amazing.
  • I really like the SSD in this laptop. Windows boots in a moment.
  • With 8Gb of RAM this laptop can work with lot of data opened at the same time.
  • The bottleneck of the laptop is actually the small amount of RAM.
  • Laptop using outdated RAM architecture, which slowdown the work of the laptop.
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE) Ultrabook
  • Very fast startup and shutdown operations with SSD drive.
  • I always have multiple programs open at the same time and this machine can handle it with good RAM.
  • Very fast RAM and SSD hidden in this small and sleek design.
  • Good laptop for work, quick response with fast RAM.
  • Love this system and its speed with installed 512GB of SSD memory.
Features
Display Type
FHD IPS
FHD IPS
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Discrete Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
NVIDIA GeForce MX150
Discrete Graphics Memory
2 GB
2 GB
Extras
Trusted Platform Module, Swipe-style fingerprint scanner, Dual array mic
Anti-spoofing technology, Fingerprint reader, Dolby Audio Premium
What customers say about "Features"
Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Laptop
  • Robust, functional chassis. I love the laptop's design.
  • Excellent keyboard. It is a real joy to type on this.
  • Amazing IPS display with very wide viewing angles.
  • Good application performance with NVIDIA CPU.
  • This laptop boasts with numerous security features.
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE) Ultrabook
  • Excellent laptop with full features. Amazing quality with best battery life.
  • Nice sleek design. Good sturdy machine for day to use.
  • I like the design for a business laptop, fully functional keyboard and the fingerprint ID.
  • This is a great business laptop. It has a nice keyboard, the docking station works great, and it's a perfect size and weight.
  • Only complaint at this point is this backlit keyboard is not automatically turned off and on.
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Network
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Ethernet
Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Ethernet
Number of USB Ports
3
4
USB Type C
No
Yes
Other Ports
HDMI, Mini DisplayPort, Headphone/Microphone 3.5mm jack
Headphone/Microphone 3.5mm jack, HDMI
What customers say about "Connectivity"
Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Laptop
  • This laptop has really fast WLAN connection. Amazing laptop.
  • Really, like that there are 3 USB ports, and that they are located on both sides of the laptop.
  • Has an HDMI port, which makes this laptop amazing for me.
  • Every single port is conveniently located off the laptop. Also I appreciate number of USB ports.
  • Unfortunately, this laptop didn't had any USB Type-C ports.
Lenovo ThinkPad T580 (20L90021GE) Ultrabook
  • Bought this to replace MacBook. You have more features, possible to run Linux and still has USB-C ports.
  • It is a true ThinkPad with its handy useful features and convenient connections.
  • Love, that I'm able to connect additional monitor via HDMI.
  • Connected a large Samsung 42" monitor to the laptop via HDMI and run with no problems.
  • I just wish, this laptop have 1 more USB type-a port.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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