Choose ThinkPad E580 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7 6600U 2.6GHz)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Intel HD Graphics 520)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E580 vs Thinkpad T460
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E580 and Thinkpad T460 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E580 | Thinkpad T460 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | ThinkPad |
| Model | ThinkPad E580 | Thinkpad T460 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E580 | — |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | 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 8550U 1.8GHz | Intel Core i7 6600U 2.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 4 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel vPro eligible |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen9 |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR3L |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | — |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | — |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I / SD-family |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 | 700:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160 degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed focus |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Advanced Audio | HD Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard | Spill-resistant |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad | Buttonless multi-touch clickpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | Mylar surface |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | 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 8260 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | Optional |
| SIM Slot | — | Micro-SIM |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 | USB 5Gbps |
| 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 | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort via USB-C | Mini DisplayPort |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 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 | Optional |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | M.2 storage, WLAN and optional WWAN slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-Ion |
| Removable Battery | — | Yes |
| Battery Life | 13 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | — |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Lenovo slim-tip |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 369 mm | 339 mm |
| Depth | 252 mm | 232.5 mm |
| Thickness | 19.95 mm | 21 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 1.7 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum / PC-ABS | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G tested | MIL-STD-810G |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | dTPM 2.0 | TPM 1.2 / Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Intel vPro capable |
| Smart Card Support | No | Optional |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | Gold | Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in or depot limited warranty | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Thinkpad T460 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 6600U 2.6GHz (vs Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics 520 (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E580 and Thinkpad T460?
ThinkPad E580 and Thinkpad T460 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Brand (Lenovo).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E580: Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz, Thinkpad T460: Intel Core i7 6600U 2.6GHz); GPU Model (ThinkPad E580: AMD Radeon RX 550, Thinkpad T460: Intel HD Graphics 520); Display Size (ThinkPad E580: 15.6 inch, Thinkpad T460: 14 inch).
ThinkPad E580 may suit users who need its differing values, while Thinkpad T460 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.