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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models IdeaPad Y910-17ISK and Thinkpad T470p within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | IdeaPad Y910-17ISK | Thinkpad T470p |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo |
| Product Family | IdeaPad | ThinkPad |
| Model | IdeaPad Y910-17ISK | Thinkpad T470p |
| Model Number | IdeaPad Y910-17ISK | — |
| Launch Year | 2016 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 6820HK 2.7GHz | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | 6th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Not Intel vPro eligible |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 | NVIDIA GeForce 940MX |
| GPU Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 32 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 4 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe + SATA | — |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Storage Form Factor | 2 x M.2 + 2.5-inch | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 2 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 3 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I / SD-family |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 17.3 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | QHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 700:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160 horizontal / 160 vertical degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | Yes |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed focus |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers + subwoofer | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 + 3 W | 1 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Audio Premium | HD Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Mechanical keyboard | Spill-resistant |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 4-zone | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Buttonless multi-touch clickpad |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar surface |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 4 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 4x USB 3.0 | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C / Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI | 1.4b |
| DisplayPort Output | Dedicated DisplayPort | Mini DisplayPort 1.2a |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | Optional |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2x M.2 storage slots | M.2 storage, WLAN and optional WWAN slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | — |
| Battery Cells | 6 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-Ion |
| Removable Battery | — | Yes |
| Battery Life | — | 12.85 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | MobileMark 2014 |
| Power Adapter | 230 W | 135 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel (round-tip) | Lenovo slim-tip |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 425 mm | 339 mm |
| Depth | 315 mm | 235 mm |
| Thickness | 36 mm | 24.4 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg | 1.7 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum | PC/ABS, Magnesium alloy |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | PC/ABS |
| Base Material | Aluminum | Magnesium alloy |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | dTPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | No Intel vPro platform eligibility |
| Smart Card Support | No | Optional |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | Silver | Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Warranty | — | 3 years |
IdeaPad Y910-17ISK and Thinkpad T470p share specifications such as Brand (Lenovo), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System (Windows 10), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (IdeaPad Y910-17ISK: Intel Core i7 6820HK 2.7GHz, Thinkpad T470p: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (IdeaPad Y910-17ISK: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, Thinkpad T470p: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX); Installed Memory (IdeaPad Y910-17ISK: 32 GB, Thinkpad T470p: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (IdeaPad Y910-17ISK: 256 GB, Thinkpad T470p: 512 GB).
IdeaPad Y910-17ISK may suit users who need its differing values, while Thinkpad T470p benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
