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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 14" FHD i7-8650U 16 GB 512 GB SSD

SKU CH-P3BA-1PJ42

A 14-inch FHD IPS ultrabook with a quad-core i7-8650U, 16 GB DDR4 and a 512 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 512GB W10P Black

  • Quad-core i7-8650U up to 4.20 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps demanding workloads running smoothly
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast boot and ample file space
  • 0" FHD IPS 1920 x 1080 display delivers sharp visuals
  • Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1 plus webcam for connected collaboration

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 14" Ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 is a 14-inch ultrabook running Windows 10 Pro. It uses an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor with 8 MB L2 cache and a base speed of 1.90 GHz. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the 1920 x 1080 IPS non-touch display. The system includes 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 4.1, HDMI, two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports and two USB Type-C ports.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This ultrabook suits mobile professionals who need a light 14-inch chassis with a quad-core processor, 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD for office productivity and video calls. Buyers who want a dedicated graphics card for gaming or 3D rendering should look elsewhere. Users needing a touchscreen or a higher-resolution panel will not find those features here. Anyone requiring more than 16 GB of memory or multiple storage bays must choose a different platform.

Deciding specification: 16 GB DDR4 soldered memory

The 16 GB DDR4 memory is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded after purchase. This fixed capacity decides whether the laptop can handle your workload long term. If your applications regularly exceed 16 GB, this unit will throttle to swap and performance will drop. Buyers confident that 16 GB covers current and near-future needs can proceed; others should select a model with expandable memory.

How it compares

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

Price $291.99
Cheaper than about 83% 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 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineCarbon
Model nameThinkpad
Part numberX1 Gen 6
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8650U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor L2 cache8 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt
Video outputs1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

Does the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 need a separate Wi-Fi 4 adapter to connect wirelessly?

No, the laptop already includes a built-in Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1 combo module.

Will the two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports and two USB Type-C ports work with my older USB 2.0 flash drives and external hard disks?

Yes, both port types are backward compatible so legacy USB 2.0 devices will function normally.

How can I confirm the Intel Core i7-8650U is reaching its 4.20 GHz turbo speed after I set up the laptop?

Open Task Manager’s Performance tab and watch the CPU frequency climb toward 4.20 GHz during a heavy workload.

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