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Black 14 inch ThinkPad laptop with carbon-fibre finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 6 i7-8550U 256GB 8GB 14 4G LTE

SKU CH-2F8E-0PNEY

A 14" FHD IPS laptop with Intel Core i7-8550U, 256GB NVMe SSD, 8GB RAM, 4G LTE and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-8550U

Model 8GB/256GB

  • Quad-core i7-8550U reaches 4.0 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD and 8 GB LPDDR3 memory accelerate boot and app loads
  • 0" 1920 x 1080 IPS display delivers crisp visuals
  • Built-in 4G LTE WWAN keeps you connected without Wi-Fi
  • Carbon-fiber chassis tested to 12 military-grade standards and 200 quality checks

Sixth-Generation X1 Carbon

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon sixth generation is a 14-inch business laptop built around an Intel Core i7-8550U quad-core processor with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.0 GHz. It ships with Windows 11 Pro, 8GB of LPDDR3 memory and a 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD. Integrated 4G LTE WWAN provides cellular connectivity for mobile professionals.

Verify Memory And Port Requirements

Confirm that 8GB of soldered LPDDR3 memory meets your workload because it cannot be upgraded after purchase. Check that the four USB ports include the Thunderbolt 3-capable USB-C connector you need for 40 Gbps data or video bandwidth. Ensure the 1920 x 1080 non-touch IPS panel matches your display preferences.

Ultra-Light Chassis With Cellular Freedom

The carbon-fibre and magnesium-alloy frame keeps weight between 2 and 2.9 lbs while passing 12 military-grade tests and more than 200 quality checks. USB-C charging lets you power the system from compact adapters or monitors. Onboard 4G LTE removes dependence on Wi-Fi hotspots, and the fingerprint reader plus discrete TPM secure log-ins and data.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $916.99
Pricier than about 70% 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 6
Model nameThinkPad
Product colorBlack
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8550U
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
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 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

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Questions about this item

Does the ThinkPad X1 Carbon 6 include the charger and are any adapters needed for the USB Type-C port?

The laptop ships with a USB Type-C power adapter that delivers charge through the Thunderbolt 3 port, so no separate barrel charger or dock is required for basic operation.

Should I choose the 256 GB NVMe SSD with 8 GB LPDDR3 or look for a larger drive and more memory?

The 256 GB NVMe PCIe drive and 8 GB of soldered LPDDR3 are fixed in this configuration; if you need more storage or RAM you would have to select a different SKU.

What does the 4.0 GHz turbo figure mean for everyday workloads on the i7-8550U?

The quad-core i7-8550U can boost up to 4.0 GHz on active cores, giving snappy responsiveness in Office, browser tabs and light creative tasks while staying within its ultra-low power envelope.

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