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Black 12.5-inch ThinkPad X220 laptop with touchscreen display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 laptop i7-2640M 8GB 1TB HDD 12.5" Touch

SKU CH-S4QX-S95HB

A 12.5 inch touchscreen business laptop with an Intel Core i7-2640M processor, 8GB DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard drive running Windows 7 Professional

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3 2nd Gen
  • Video RAMShared system memory
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 5" HD touch display for direct on-screen control
  • Intel Core i7-2640M up to 3.5 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory and 1 TB hard drive for everyday workloads
  • Windows 7 Professional 64-bit ready for business software
  • VGA, DisplayPort and docking connector for desk expansion

Portable business laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is a 12.5 inch touch-screen laptop built for mobile professionals who need a durable, keyboard-focused machine. It ships with Windows 7 Professional 64-bit and includes a pen for tablet-style input. The system targets users who value the classic ThinkPad layout and common docking across T, L and W series docks. Buyers who want more storage or a higher-resolution panel should look elsewhere.

Core i7-2640M processor

The single specification that decides fit is the Intel Core i7-2640M dual-core CPU with 4 MB cache and a turbo frequency of 3.50 GHz. It is paired with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 1 TB hard disk drive, so storage capacity is fixed at that level. No solid-state drive is present, and the memory type is not upgradeable beyond what the board accepts. If your workload demands an SSD or a different memory standard, this unit will not meet the requirement.

Sustained-load behaviour

Under continuous load the processor can reach its 3.50 GHz turbo while the Active Protection System and redesigned hinge maintain physical stability. Shared system memory handles graphics, so extended 3D tasks will be limited by that architecture. The 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN and 802.11b/g/n wireless provide consistent network throughput for long sessions. Thermal management relies on the chassis design rather than a discrete cooling solution mentioned in the data.

How it compares

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

Price $668.99
Pricier than about 55% 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 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 storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
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

How does the 3.5 GHz turbo speed behave when the laptop is running everyday business tasks?

The i7-2640M reaches 3.50 GHz on short bursts; sustained loads such as spreadsheets or video calls will run at lower clocks to manage heat in the 12.5" chassis.

What external displays can the VGA and DisplayPort outputs drive at their native resolutions?

VGA supports analogue monitors up to 1366x768; DisplayPort can drive digital panels at higher resolutions, though the integrated graphics share 8GB DDR3 system memory.

Will the 12.5" touchscreen and the single docking connector fit my existing ThinkPad dock and carry case?

The 12.5" form factor matches the X220 series dock connector, so compatible ThinkPad T, L and W series docks attach directly; the touchscreen adds no extra thickness.

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