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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 i7-8650U 16 GB 512 GB QHD 14" laptop

SKU CH-YXV9-S9C31

14-inch QHD IPS ultrabook with Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and 512 GB SSD running Windows 11 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 resolution2560 × 1440
  • QHD 2560 x 1440 IPS display delivers sharp visuals
  • 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor reaches 4.20 GHz
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 512 GB SSD provide fast responsiveness
  • Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1 keep you connected
  • Windows 11 Pro installed and ready to use

14-inch QHD ultrabook for mobile professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 delivers a 2560 x 1440 IPS display in a 14.0-inch chassis. An 8th-generation Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor runs at 1.90 GHz with a 4.20 GHz maximum turbo. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD provide responsive multitasking and fast storage. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Sustained performance with integrated graphics

The Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual workloads without a discrete GPU. Under continuous load the quad-core CPU maintains clock speeds within its thermal envelope, supported by the ultrabook’s cooling design. Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.1 keep wireless connections stable during long sessions. Two USB Type-C ports support power delivery and DisplayPort output for docked workflows.

Upgrade from dual-core

This configuration replaces systems limited to two cores or 1920 x 1080 panels, adding four cores with eight threads and a sharper QHD screen. The jump is worthwhile for users who compile code, run virtual machines or edit high-resolution images on the move. Buyers who need discrete graphics, touch input or more than 16 GB of memory should consider other models.

How it compares

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

Price $711.99
Pricier than about 59% 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 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 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How hot or loud does the i7-8650U get when the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 runs all day?

The quad-core i7-8650U operates at 1.9 GHz base and up to 4.2 GHz turbo within a thin ultrabook chassis; sustained loads will warm the palm rest and spin the fan, but the integrated UHD 620 graphics add no extra heat.

What cables or peripherals must I already own to use the two USB Type-C ports for power and video?

The Type-C ports support Power Delivery and DisplayPort alt-mode, so you need a USB-C charger rated for the laptop and a USB-C to DisplayPort or HDMI cable or adapter for external monitors.

Will my older USB 3.0 hard drive and HDMI monitor work with the Gen 6 ports?

Yes — two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports (one Always On) accept legacy USB 3.0 devices at full speed, and the full-size HDMI output drives older 1080p or 1440p displays directly.

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