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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 14" QHD i7-8650U 16GB 128GB SSD Silver

SKU CH-BVTM-AF02A

A 14-inch QHD ultrabook with an 8th-generation Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 128 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 storage128 GB
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • Quad-core i7-8650U up to 4.20 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 14-inch QHD IPS display at 2560 x 1440 for sharp visuals
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 128 GB SSD for fast boot and load times
  • Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1 plus HDMI and two USB-C ports for flexible connectivity
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for professional features out of the box

14-inch QHD ultrabook for mobile professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 delivers a 14.0-inch 2560 x 1440 IPS non-touch display driven by Intel UHD Graphics 620. An 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor with 8 MB L2 cache runs at 1.90 GHz and boosts to 4.20 GHz. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 128 GB SSD provide the baseline configuration. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed.

Sustained workload behaviour

Under continuous load the U-series processor manages thermal output by adjusting clock speeds below the 4.20 GHz peak, so extended compiles or video exports run at lower frequencies than short bursts. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 shares system memory, limiting graphics-intensive sessions. The 128 GB SSD offers fast initial access but fills quickly with large project files, requiring external storage for ongoing work.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your peripherals match the available ports: two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A sockets, two USB Type-C sockets supporting Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and one HDMI output. Wireless connectivity uses Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1, so network hardware must support those standards. The 128 GB capacity may need supplementation if your local data set exceeds that figure.

How it compares

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

Price $664.99
Pricier than about 55% 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 colorSilver
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 storage128 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration128 GB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
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

How much heat and noise does the i7-8650U with Intel UHD Graphics 620 produce during all-day use?

The quad-core i7-8650U runs at a 1.9 GHz base frequency and can reach 4.2 GHz; integrated UHD Graphics 620 shares the same thermal envelope, so sustained workloads will warm the chassis and spin the fan, but the ultrabook design has no discrete GPU to add extra heat.

Which cables and peripherals must I already own to use the two USB-C ports for power, video and data?

The USB-C ports support Power Delivery, DisplayPort and USB 3.1 Gen 1 data, so you need a USB-C charger, a USB-C to DisplayPort or HDMI cable for monitors, and standard USB-C cables or adapters for USB-A devices.

Will my existing USB 3.0 drives and HDMI monitor work directly with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A and HDMI ports?

Yes, the two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports (one Always On) are backward compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0 devices, and the full-size HDMI port drives an external monitor without adapters.

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