We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Black 12.5-inch ThinkPad X260 ultrabook, matte finish, closed lid

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X260 12.5" laptop Core i5-6300U 32GB 1TB SSD

SKU CH-MVCC-GJ54J

A 12.5-inch business ultrabook with a dual-core i5-6300U, 32 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 32GB/1TB

  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy multitasking smoothly
  • 1 TB PCIe M.2 SSD stores large projects and boots fast
  • Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core reaches 3.0 GHz with Turbo Boost
  • 5 inch HD display keeps the chassis light at 4.9 lbs
  • Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth plus three USB 3.0 ports connect peripherals easily

12.5" business ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad X260 is a 12.5-inch ultrabook built for mobile professionals who need a compact Windows 10 Pro machine. It pairs a dual-core Intel Core i5-6300U processor with 32 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD. The HD display runs at 1366 x 768 resolution and uses integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 for visual output.

Sustained workload behaviour

The Core i5-6300U operates at a 2.4 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.0 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology when thermal headroom allows. Under continuous load the dual-core, four-thread CPU will throttle to stay within its ultrabook power envelope, so extended compiles or large spreadsheet recalculations run slower than the peak burst suggests. The 32 GB DDR4 capacity (16 GB x 2, both slots filled) prevents memory pressure during multitasking.

Connectivity and display limits

Wi-Fi 4 and wired 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet provide network access, while a single HDMI port and Mini DisplayPort drive external monitors. Three USB 3.0 ports handle peripherals and a docking connector supports a desktop-style setup. The integrated graphics and HD panel limit external output to lower resolutions and refresh rates, so users needing colour-critical work or high-refresh gaming should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $524.99
Cheaper than about 57% 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 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

New to this? Buying a laptop with crypto, start to finish — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

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 size32 GB
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB 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

Other versions of this model

5 more in the same range

Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the Core i5-6300U get when the X260 runs all day?

The dual-core 2.4 GHz processor boosts to 3.0 GHz and uses integrated Intel HD Graphics 520, so heat and fan noise stay modest for typical business workloads.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the three USB 3.0 ports, HDMI and Mini DisplayPort?

You need standard USB-A cables or devices, an HDMI cable for external displays, and a Mini DisplayPort cable or adapter for a second monitor.

Will the Intel HD Graphics 520 drive my older 1366 x 768 monitor over HDMI without scaling issues?

Yes, the integrated GPU supports that native resolution over HDMI, so the external screen will map pixels 1-to-1 with no stretching.

More in Standard Laptops & Notebooks

Similar items