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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 laptop i7-2640M 8GB 160GB SSD 12.5" Touch

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A 12.5-inch touchscreen laptop with an Intel Core i7-2640M processor, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 160GB SSD and Windows 8.1 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3 2nd Gen
  • Video RAMShared system memory
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage160 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • Core i7-2640M dual-core CPU reaches 3.50 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 160GB SSD and 8GB DDR3 RAM provide fast boot and smooth application switching
  • 5" HD touch display at 1366x768 enables direct pen and finger input
  • Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit delivers business-grade security and management features
  • Gigabit LAN plus 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and three USB ports keep you connected anywhere

Business Ultraportable for Mobile Professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is a 12.5-inch touchscreen laptop built for business users who need a durable, portable workstation. It runs Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit on an Intel Core i7-2640M processor with 8GB of DDR3 memory. A 160GB solid-state drive provides the system storage. The HD display resolves at 1366x768 and supports touch input with an included pen.

Thermals and Power in Daily Use

The dual-core i7-2640M operates at a base frequency with turbo up to 3.50 GHz, drawing a typical mobile thermal design power. In normal office workloads the cooling system keeps the chassis comfortable for lap use. Fan noise remains low during document editing, email and video calls. The 160GB SSD produces no mechanical noise and consumes minimal power compared to a hard drive.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous heavy processing the processor will maintain elevated frequencies within its thermal envelope until the cooling system reaches equilibrium. The Active Protection System parks the drive heads if sudden motion is detected, though the SSD has no moving parts. Shared system memory handles graphics duties, so extended 3D tasks are limited by the integrated video subsystem. The common docking connector allows a quick transition to desktop peripherals for longer sessions.

How it compares

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

Price $649.99
Typical for this category: the median of 32,549 items is $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 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 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 size8 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 8.1 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard backlightNo
Extra input devicesYes

Questions about this item

How do I install Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit on the 160GB SSD and what step is often missed?

Boot from the install media, choose the 160GB SSD as the target, and after setup run Windows Update to install the ThinkPad drivers for the touch display, fingerprint reader, and Active Protection System.

Which component will need replacement first on the ThinkPad X220?

The 8GB DDR3 memory is soldered and cannot be upgraded; the 160GB SSD is the only user-replaceable storage device and will likely need swapping for more capacity before any other part fails.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the Core i7-2640M?

The processor turbo frequency drops from 3.50 GHz to its base clock once the cooling solution reaches its thermal ceiling, which typically happens during extended heavy workloads.

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