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Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Series

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F90058GEProcessor: Intel Core i5 6200U, Intel Core i7 6600U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 520
Display: 14.00 inch
Weight: 1.345kg, 1.37kg, 1.8kg
Price: 1400, 2100, 2350 euro
Average Score: 80.3% - good
Average of 13 scores (from 14 reviews)
performance: 69%, features: 71%, display: 85%, mobility: 80%, workmanship: 93%, ergonomy: 91%, emissions: 94%

 

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F9003SGE

The Lenovo T460s-20F9003SGE is an ultrabook packed with features, feather-light and suitable for business users that like to travel light and be connected at all times as it fits perfectly into the backpack, briefcase or tote. The laptop has the same classy and simple matte design similar to most of other business laptops from Lenovo and has passed durability tests for withstanding dings, extreme temperatures, high altitudes, humidity and vibrations with the help of its carbon-fibre-reinforced lid and magnesium chassis. The Windows 10 Pro system comes with a 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5-6200U processor, an Intel HD Graphics 520 graphic card and a 256 GB Solid State Drive. Its 14 inch Full HD IPS anti-Glare touchscreen provides sharp images, wide viewing angles and accurate colors. The colors look realistic and not overly rich but the downside is that the display is fairly dim. This T460s model has 4 GB of DDR4 RAM. The keyboard is spill resistant but feels a little stiff. However, it still provides an above-average typing experience. There is a 4-in-1 card reader to compensate for the non-existent DVD burner. The laptop has two USB 3.0 ports, an Ethernet connector, a Kensington lock slot, an HDMI port, a Mini-Display port, a headphone jack and a 720P HD webcam. It is lightweight at only 1.4 kg and its battery life only lasted up to 7 hours and 21 minutes during continuous web browsing via WiFi.

Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F9003SGE
Processor: Intel Core i5 6200U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 520
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.37kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 77.5% - good

Average of 8 scores (from 8 reviews)

 

Reviews

87.4% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s (Core i5, Full HD) Ultrabook Review | Notebookcheck
Also a success with the base specs? After the high-end version of the ThinkPad T460s could already convince us, we now have a look at the base configuration. The Full HD panel in particular, however, cannot fulfill the high expectations.
70% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The ThinkPad T460s offers a strong combination of performance, usability and portability, thanks to its svelte chassis, accurate screen and comfortable touchpad. However, a relatively stiff keyboard (for a ThinkPad) and below-average battery life prevent it from surpassing its predecessor and becoming our favorite business laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The ThinkPad T460s offers a strong combination of performance, usability and portability, thanks to its svelte chassis, accurate screen and comfortable touchpad. However, a relatively stiff keyboard (for a ThinkPad) and below-average battery life prevent it from surpassing its predecessor and becoming our favorite business laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
90% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
As is appropriate for a business notebook, Lenovo keeps bloatware to a minimum. You get the apps and utilities that ship with Windows 10 Pro, plus Lenovo’s own management utilities, and that's just about it. (All that irked us was a McAfee LiveSafe Internet Security trial.)
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/14/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
As is appropriate for a business notebook, Lenovo keeps bloatware to a minimum. You get the apps and utilities that ship with Windows 10 Pro, plus Lenovo’s own management utilities, and that's just about it. (All that irked us was a McAfee LiveSafe Internet Security trial.)
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/14/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Review: One Step Forward, One Step Back
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Lenovo once again managed to deliver a premium 14-inch business laptop by which most others will be judged. Unfortunately, the ThinkPad T460s doesn’t completely leapfrog its predecessor … and that is a potential problem for customers. Yes, the “road warriors” who frequently depend on ThinkPads appreciate thinner and lighter notebooks. Despite that fact, we doubt those same business travelers appreciate loosing the option to keep their notebooks running for an extra four hours or more.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/12/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s Review: One Step Forward, One Step Back
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Lenovo once again managed to deliver a premium 14-inch business laptop by which most others will be judged. Unfortunately, the ThinkPad T460s doesn’t completely leapfrog its predecessor … and that is a potential problem for customers. Yes, the “road warriors” who frequently depend on ThinkPads appreciate thinner and lighter notebooks. Despite that fact, we doubt those same business travelers appreciate loosing the option to keep their notebooks running for an extra four hours or more.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/12/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The ThinkPad T460s offers a strong combination of performance, usability and portability, thanks to its svelte chassis, accurate screen and comfortable touchpad. However, a relatively stiff keyboard (for a ThinkPad) and below-average battery life prevent it from surpassing its predecessor and becoming our favorite business laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/11/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The ThinkPad T460s offers a strong combination of performance, usability and portability, thanks to its svelte chassis, accurate screen and comfortable touchpad. However, a relatively stiff keyboard (for a ThinkPad) and below-average battery life prevent it from surpassing its predecessor and becoming our favorite business laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/11/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%

 

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20FA003GGE

Specifications

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20FA003GGENotebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20FA003GGE
Processor: Intel Core i7 6600U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 520
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 2560 x 1440 pixels
Weight: 1.345kg
Price: 2350 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
 ThinkPad T460s-20FA003GGE (Model)

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Reviews

90.5% Lenovo ThinkPad T460s (Core i7, WQHD) Ultrabook Review | Notebookcheck
On the way to perfection? Lenovo's T460s is proof that even an excellent notebook like the T450s can be improved. No device from the T4x0s series was ever so light and at the same time so powerful – but users will have to waive expandability and maintainability in return.

 

Lenovo ThinkPad T460

The Lenovo ThinkPad T460 is a business notebook with solid build quality to complement its high mobility. Design is kept traditional and true to the ThinkPad series with his matte all black finish highlighted with the metallic ThinkPad logo on lid and palm rest. There is the iconic keyboard, TrackPoint and touchpad setup that makes navigation and typing a breeze on the laptop. You can choose between two display options: a 14 inch HD anti-glare panel and a similarly sized FHD anti-glare panel with optional touch capability. Users can also select from various configuration ranging from the affordable Intel Core i3-6100U processor to the capable Intel Core i7-6600U processor. The Lenovo ThinkPad T460 supports up to 32 GB of RAM and comes with an Intel HD Graphics 520 GPU. Storage ranges from HDD to SSD types. Thus users can balance between read/write speed, security, and space. Audio quality is good with the stereo speakers powered by Dolby Home Theater v4. Other features found on the Lenovo ThinkPad T460 are Bluetooth 4.1, a docking port, a mini DisplayPort, an HDMI out, an SD card reader and 3 USB 3.0 ports. The battery life is up to 18 hours depending on the selected battery capacity.

Specifications

Lenovo ThinkPad T460Notebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T460
Processor: Intel Core i5 6200U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 520
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.8kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage
 ThinkPad T460 (Model)

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Average Score: 82% - good

Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

66% Lenovo Thinkpad T460 Windows 10 Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The Lenovo T460 is a rugged offering under the Thinkpad range which does provide a solid build quality along with decent performance. However, it is not the best machine for your office unless ruggedness is a priority.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/08/2017
Rating: Total score: 66%
100% Lenovo ThinkPad T460 Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The base-model ThinkPad T460 comes with Windows 10 Home edition, but we suspect most business buyers will step up to the Pro version for just $30 more. If you’re still enamored with Windows 7, you can opt for that (well, it’s pre-installed, and can be resurrected via the Windows 10 Pro “downgrade”), but that rollback will cost you $70. Go figure.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Lenovo ThinkPad T460
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Like a pair of Air Jordans on an NBA player, the ThinkPad T460 is a professional tool that will help you soar. The laptop's deep key travel makes it easy to type fast and accurately, while its long endurance helps you work for hours without worrying about running out of juice.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/18/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F90058GE

Specifications

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F90058GENotebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T460s-20F90058GE
Processor: Intel Core i7 6600U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 520
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.37kg
Price: 2100 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Foreign Reviews

新旧大碰撞:ThinkPad T经典和X1新贵面面观
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good performance; nice design; excellent display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/06/2016
ThinkPad T460s告诉你 商务本依旧舍我其谁
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; solid workmanship; powerful hardware; energy saving; excellent display; slim size and lightweight; long battery life. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2016

 

Comment

Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.

In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.

In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.


Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

Intel HD Graphics 520: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on some Skylake CPU models (15 W ULV series).

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core i5:

6200U: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for thin notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 520 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  

6600U: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for thin notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 520 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00:

14 inch display size represents a middle ground between the small subnotebook formats and the screens of the standard 15 inch laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, provides good resolutions with usable detail sizes, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact. 

In the past, 14-inch devices were very rare, but now they are the standard for laptops after the 15-inchers. 

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


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80.3%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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Devices with the same GPU and/or Screen Size

Dell Latitude 14 7414-9R2J5
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6300U, 3.6 kg
Acer TravelMate P249-M-50XT
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6200U, 2.1 kg
Dell Latitude 14 3470-8104
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6200U, 2 kg
Acer TravelMate P449-M-54MU
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6200U, 2 kg
HP ProBook 640 G2-Y3B44ES
HD Graphics 520, Core i7 6600U, 1.95 kg
Acer TravelMate P249-M-5452
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6200U, 2.1 kg
Acer Chromebook 14 CP5-471-312N
HD Graphics 520, Core i3 6100U, 2.3 kg
Lenovo ThinkPad E460-20ET0049GE
HD Graphics 520, Core i5 6200U, 1.9 kg
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Stefan Hinum, 2016-03-30 (Update: 2019-04-30)