In terms of connectivity,
Wifi Latitude 7330 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (v6).
Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.
Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds
Standard |
Speed |
Release Date |
Network |
Frequency Bands (GHz) |
Wi-Fi 7 |
up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s) |
2023 |
802.11be |
2.4, 5, 6 |
Wi-Fi 6E |
up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s) |
2020 |
802.11ax |
2.4, 5, 6 |
Wi-Fi 6 |
up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s) |
2019 |
802.11ax |
2.4, 5 |
Wi-Fi 5 |
up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s) |
2014 |
802.11ac |
2.4, 5 |
Wi-Fi 4 |
up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s) |
2009 |
802.11n |
2.4, 5 |
* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.
USBBoth ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and Latitude 7330 have USB-A ports. ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Latitude 7330 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.Both ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and Latitude 7330 have USB Type-C ports. ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Latitude 7330 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.
Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.
USB Type and Speeds
USB Type |
Version |
Speed |
Date |
Other Features/Explanations |
USB4 |
Gen 4 (2.0) |
80 Gbps |
2022 |
Also known as USB 80Gbps |
USB4 |
Gen 3×2 |
40 Gbps |
2019 |
Also known as USB 40Gbps |
USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 2x2 |
20 Gbps |
2019 |
Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2 |
USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 2 |
10 Gbps |
2017 |
Previously known as USB 3.1 |
USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 1 |
5 Gbps |
2017 |
Previously known as USB 3.0 |
USB 3.1 |
3.1 Gen 2 |
10 Gbps |
2013 |
Faster data transfer rates |
USB 3.0 |
3.1 Gen 1 |
5 Gbps |
2010 |
SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates |
USB 2.0 |
2.0 |
480 Mbps |
2000 |
High-speed data transfer |
USB 1.0 |
1.0 |
1.5 Mbps |
1996 |
Original USB standard |
ThunderboltBoth ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and Latitude 7330 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.
HDMIBoth ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and Latitude 7330 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors.
Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.
HDMI Comparison Table
HDMI Version |
Maximum Resolution |
Bandwidth (Gbps) |
Color Depth (bits) |
Release Date |
HDMI 2.1-2.1b |
7680 x 4320 (8K) @ 60p 3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 120p |
48.0 |
48 |
2017 |
HDMI 2.0-2.0b |
3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 60p |
18.0 |
48 |
2013 |
HDMI 1.4-1.4b |
3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 30p |
10.2 |
48 |
2009 |
HDMI 1.3-1.3a |
2560 x 1440 @ 60p |
10.2 |
48 |
2006 |
HDMI 1.0-1.2a |
1920 x 1200 @ 60p |
4.95 |
24 |
2002 |
* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.
SD Card ReaderThinkPad T15 Gen 2 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Latitude 7330 does not have an SD Card Reader.
Audio JackBoth ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and Latitude 7330 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.
To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.
Connectivity and Ports |
WiFi Standard
(latest: v7) |
v6
|
v6E
|
Bluetooth
(latest: v5.4) |
v5.2
|
v5.2
|
USB-A
(latest: 3.2) |
2x USB 3.2 |
1x USB 3.2 |
USB Type-C
(latest: USB4 2.0) |
2x USB 4.0
|
2x USB 3.2
|
Thunderbolt
(latest: 4) |
Thunderbolt 4
|
Thunderbolt 4
|
HDMI
(latest: 2.1) |
1x HDMI 2.0 |
1x HDMI 2.0 |
Display Port
(latest: v2.0) |
No
|
No
|
VGA |
No
|
No
|
Fingerprint Sensor |
Optional
|
Optional
|
Optical Drive |
No
|
No
|
Audio Jack 3.5mm |
Yes
|
Yes
|
Ethernet RJ45 |
Yes
|
No
|
SD CardReader |
Yes
|
No
|
Proprietary Charging Port |
No
|
No
|