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Black 14-inch ThinkPad X1 Carbon laptop with matte carbon-fibre finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 laptop i7-7600U 512GB 8GB 14 FHD

SKU CH-7JV4-8KX72

A 14-inch FHD IPS laptop with an Intel Core i7-7600U processor, 512GB NVMe SSD, 8GB RAM, and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-7600U
  • Intel Core i7-7600U up to 3.9 GHz for responsive performance
  • 0" FHD IPS 1920x1080 display for sharp visuals
  • 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD with 8GB RAM for fast storage and multitasking
  • Weighs 2.49 lbs and passes 12 military-grade tests with 200 durability checks
  • Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C delivers 40Gbps data and charging

ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 14" FHD

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 is a 14-inch laptop built around an Intel Core i7-7600U processor with 8GB of memory and a 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro and a non-touch IPS display at 1920 x 1080 resolution. The carbon-fiber reinforced chassis and magnesium alloy roll-cage meet 12 military-grade requirements and pass more than 200 durability tests while weighing 2.49 lbs.

Thunderbolt 3 USB-C charging and ports

A Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port supplies up to 40Gbps data bandwidth and handles charging, reducing the number of cables and adapters required. Four USB ports in total support peripherals without a hub. Bluetooth 4.1 connects wireless accessories, and the integrated fingerprint reader adds biometric login without extra hardware.

Sustained workload thermal behaviour

The ultra-light 2.49 lb chassis limits thermal mass, so the i7-7600U will throttle under prolonged heavy loads rather than maintain its 3.9 GHz boost. The 8GB soldered memory cannot be expanded, restricting multi-tasking headroom for memory-intensive workflows. Buyers who need continuous peak CPU performance or user-upgradeable RAM should consider a larger workstation-class machine.

How it compares

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Price $865.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineX1 Carbon 5
Model nameThinkPad
Product colorBlack
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor modelIntel Core i7-7600U
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth support4.1
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Size & build
Product weight2–2.9 lb (0.91–1.32 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

Does the i7-7600U throttle when it hits its 3.9 GHz boost ceiling under long workloads?

The processor reaches 3.9 GHz in short bursts; sustained loads will run at lower clocks once thermal limits are reached.

How loud and hot does the carbon-fibre chassis get during an all-day session?

The 2.49 lb magnesium-alloy roll-cage spreads heat quietly; fan noise stays low for typical office work and rises only under heavy CPU load.

What cables or docks must I already own to charge and drive displays over the USB-C port?

A Thunderbolt 3 cable or dock delivers 40 Gbps data, dual-video bandwidth and charging through the single USB-C connector.

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