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Black 12.5-inch ThinkPad X260 ultrabook with matte finish, closed lid

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X260 12.5" i5-6300U 16GB 512GB laptop

SKU CH-TGCM-FK62F

A 12.5 inch ultrabook with a dual-core i5-6300U, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 16GB/512GB

  • 16 GB DDR4 RAM keeps many apps responsive
  • 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD stores large files and boots quickly
  • Intel Core i5-6300U runs at 2.4 GHz and boosts to 3.0 GHz
  • 5 inch HD display shows 1366 x 768 resolution
  • Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth connect to networks and peripherals

ThinkPad X260 for mobile professionals

The 12.5-inch ultrabook weighs between 4 and 4.9 lbs and runs Windows 10 Pro on a dual-core i5-6300U at 2.4 GHz with turbo to 3.0 GHz. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 in two 8 GB modules and a 512 GB SSD give ample memory and fast storage for office workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 handles the 1366 x 768 HD panel without a discrete GPU. Business travellers who value a compact, durable chassis will find the X260 a practical daily driver.

Connectivity and expansion details

Three USB 3 ports, HDMI, Mini DisplayPort and a headset jack cover most peripheral needs. Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 4 with Bluetooth provide wired and wireless options. A docking connector supports a port replicator for desk setups. The two memory slots are both occupied, so the 32 GB ceiling cannot be reached without removing existing modules. Buyers who need more storage or additional RAM slots will need a different chassis.

Display and graphics limits

The non-touch 12.5-inch screen tops out at 1366 x 768 resolution, which restricts multi-window work and media detail. Intel HD Graphics 520 shares system memory and suits 2D productivity but not modern 3D titles or GPU compute. HDMI and Mini DisplayPort can drive external monitors, yet the integrated GPU caps the practical external resolution and refresh rate. Users who require higher pixel density or discrete graphics performance should consider other form factors.

How it compares

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

Price $460.99
Cheaper than about 63% 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 lineLenovo
Model nameThinkpad
Part numberX260
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-6300U
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45
Ports & slots
USB ports3
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Docking port1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Power
Power adapterYes
Size & build
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

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Questions about this item

Does the 512 GB SSD or the 16 GB DDR4 memory need replacement first?

The 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD will reach its write endurance limit before the 16 GB DDR4 memory degrades, so the drive is the first component likely to require replacement.

What limit appears first when the Intel Core i5-6300U runs at 3.0 GHz for long periods?

The processor's thermal ceiling is reached before the 45 W AC adapter or the 520 graphics become bottlenecks, so heat is the first sustained-use constraint.

How loud and hot does the 12.5 inch ultrabook get during an all-day workload?

The compact chassis and integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 keep fan noise moderate and surface temperatures warm but manageable under continuous business use.

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