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Black 14-inch ThinkPad X1 Carbon laptop with matte finish and carbon-fiber chassis

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon i7-7600U 8GB 256GB 14 FHD laptop

SKU CH-BEDG-8Q81R

A 14 inch FHD IPS laptop with an Intel Core i7-7600U up to 3.9 GHz, 8GB RAM, 256GB NVMe SSD, Windows 10 Pro, Thunderbolt 3 and a fingerprint reader, weighing 2.49 lbs

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-7600U
  • Intel Core i7-7600U up to 3.9 GHz for demanding workloads
  • 14 inch FHD IPS 1920x1080 display delivers sharp visuals
  • 256GB NVMe SSD and 8GB RAM enable fast responsiveness
  • Weighs 2.49 lbs and passes 12 military-grade plus 200 durability tests
  • Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C provides 40Gbps data and charging

ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 for mobile professionals

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 is a 14.0-inch ultraportable laptop built for mobile professionals who need a durable, lightweight Windows 10 Pro machine. It weighs 2.49 lbs and uses a carbon-fiber reinforced chassis that passes 12 military-grade requirements and more than 200 durability tests. The Intel Core i7-7600U processor reaches 3.9 GHz with 8GB of memory and a 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD.

Who should consider a different device

This laptop suits users who value a proven ThinkPad keyboard, fingerprint reader, and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity via USB-C for charging and data at 40 Gbps. Buyers who need more storage or memory than the fixed 256GB SSD and 8GB configuration provide should look elsewhere. The non-touch 1920 x 1080 IPS display and Bluetooth 4.1 complete the feature set.

Sustained workload behaviour

Under sustained load the carbon-fiber and magnesium alloy roll-cage chassis manages heat from the Intel Core i7-7600U without the bulk of larger workstations. The 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD maintains consistent read and write speeds during long file transfers, while the 8GB memory ceiling limits the number of heavy applications that can run simultaneously. Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth remains stable for external displays or storage during extended sessions.

How it compares

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Price $707.99
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 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 storage256 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 this laptop need any external power adapter or dock to charge, or can it charge directly from a USB-C cable?

It supports USB Type-C charging, so a compatible USB-C power source can charge the battery without a separate barrel adapter.

Will the Thunderbolt 3 port work with my existing USB 3.0 peripherals and older DisplayPort monitors?

Yes, the Thunderbolt 3 port is backward compatible with USB 3.0 devices and can drive DisplayPort monitors using a suitable cable or adapter.

How can I verify the NVMe SSD and 8 GB of RAM are recognised correctly after the first boot?

Open Windows Settings > System > About to confirm 8 GB installed RAM, then open Task Manager > Performance > Disk to see the 256 GB NVMe PCIe SSD listed.

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