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Black 12.5 inch ThinkPad X220 laptop with touch display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 laptop Core i7-2640M 16GB 160GB SSD 12.5" Touch

SKU CH-73QA-P1TVQ

A 12.5-inch touchscreen laptop with an Intel Core i7-2640M processor, 16GB DDR3 memory and a 160GB SSD, running Windows 7 Professional

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3 2nd Gen
  • Video RAMShared system memory
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage160 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 5 inch touch display enables direct interaction
  • Intel Core i7-2640M up to 3.5 GHz handles demanding tasks
  • 16GB DDR3 memory supports heavy multitasking
  • 160GB solid state drive provides fast boot times
  • Windows 7 Professional 64-bit runs business applications

Business ultraportable with pen input

The Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is a 12.5 inch touchscreen laptop built for mobile professionals who need a durable, pen-capable device. It runs Windows 7 Professional on an Intel Core i7-2640M processor with a turbo frequency of 3.50 GHz. The system includes 16GB of DDR3 memory and a 160GB solid-state drive. Shared system memory handles graphics on the 1366x768 HD display.

Upgrade from older Core 2 or first-gen Core machines

This unit replaces ageing laptops that struggle with modern multitasking or lack SSD responsiveness. The jump is worth it when you need 16GB of RAM for heavy browser tabs or virtual machines and a tactile keyboard for long typing sessions. Buyers who want more storage or a higher resolution screen should look elsewhere.

Straightforward setup with legacy ports

Power on, accept the Windows 7 licence and install driver updates via the 10/100/1000 LAN or 802.11b/g/n wireless. Three USB ports, VGA and DisplayPort cover most peripherals without adapters. The docking connector snaps into compatible ThinkPad docks for instant desk expansion. What usually goes wrong: the 64-bit OS reaches end-of-support, so plan a migration path before deploying in a managed environment.

How it compares

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

Price $669.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 12.5 in (31.8 cm)
Lower than about 91% 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 lineX220
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i3 2nd Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-2640M
Turbo clock speed3.5 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage160 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputTouch Screen
Display formatHD
Graphics
Video RAMShared system memory
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraNo
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN
Ports & slots
USB ports3
Video outputs1 x VGA, 1 x DisplayPort
Docking port1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Overall dimensions12 in × 8.2 in × 0.5 in
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 7 Professional
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard backlightNo
Extra input devicesYes

Questions about this item

Does the 12.5" 1366x768 touch panel need a special bracket to mount in the X220 lid?

The display is the factory 12.5" HD touchscreen already fitted to the X220 lid assembly; no extra bracket is required for the original panel.

What is the common mistake when seating the 16GB DDR3 modules in the two SO-DIMM slots?

Inserting the module at too shallow an angle so the gold contacts do not fully engage; press down firmly until both side clips snap shut.

Which user-replaceable part typically wears out first on this 160GB SSD configuration?

The 6-cell battery pack loses capacity well before the 160GB solid-state drive reaches its write endurance limit.

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