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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E480 and Inspiron 3168 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 3168 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Inspiron |
| Model | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 3168 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 3168 |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Convertible 2-in-1 |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | 2-in-1 |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Pentium |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz | Intel Pentium N3710 |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Airmont |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 2.56 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 0 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 6 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | Intel HD Graphics 405 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen8 |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 6 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 700 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 1 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR3L |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Onboard |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Single-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 500 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch | 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 11.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | TN |
| Touchscreen | — | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | 220 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Contrast Ratio | 400:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Glossy |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 90° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x speakers | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 1.5 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Advanced Audio | Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | Digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Touchpad Type | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Dell wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | Not present |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort via USB-C | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 32 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 2 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 13.51 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 329 mm | 292 mm |
| Depth | 242 mm | 196 mm |
| Thickness | 21.9 mm | 20.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.47 kg |
| Chassis Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Lid Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 360 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G tested | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Sensors | ||
| Accelerometer | — | Yes |
| Gyroscope | — | Yes |
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 8.0 | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | Gold | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in or depot limited warranty | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
ThinkPad E480 and Inspiron 3168 share specifications such as Operating System (Windows 10), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Process Node (14 nm).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz, Inspiron 3168: Intel Pentium N3710); GPU Model (ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550, Inspiron 3168: Intel HD Graphics 405); Installed Memory (ThinkPad E480: 8 GB, Inspiron 3168: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E480: 256 GB, Inspiron 3168: 500 GB).
ThinkPad E480 may suit users who need its differing values, while Inspiron 3168 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
