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Black Lenovo ThinkPad X280 ultrabook with 12.5 inch FHD non-touch display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 12.5" FHD i5-8350U 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-4RNY-7EK35

Compact 12.5-inch FHD ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8350U, 16 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB SSD, ready for Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/256GB FHD W11P

  • Quad-core i5-8350U up to 3.6 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • 5" FHD 1920 x 1080 display shows crisp detail
  • Windows 11 Pro installed for modern security and management

Compact business ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad X280 is a 12.5 inch FHD laptop built for mobile professionals who need a lightweight Windows 11 Pro machine. It ships with a quad-core Intel Core i5-8350U processor, 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD. The non-touch display runs at 1920 x 1080 resolution. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks.

Sustained workload behaviour

The processor operates at a 1.7 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.6 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology across its four cores and eight threads. Under continuous load the ultrabook chassis manages thermals within its slim profile without a discrete graphics card. Integrated graphics share system memory, so heavy parallel tasks may contend with the 16 GB DDR4 pool. The 45 W power adapter supplies the rated input for typical office workloads.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your essential peripherals connect through the available USB 3.0 ports and USB Type-C ports with DisplayPort functionality. The single 16 GB memory module occupies one slot; confirm whether your workflow requires additional capacity beyond the installed amount. Wireless connectivity uses Intel Dual Band Wireless with Bluetooth. The 12.5 inch form factor omits an optical drive, so plan for external media if needed.

How it compares

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

Price $594.99
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 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 numberX280
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8350U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Memory configuration16 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD 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 weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

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Questions about this item

How hot and loud does the Core i5-8350U run during all-day use?

The quad-core 1.7 GHz processor with 3.6 GHz turbo and integrated UHD 620 graphics is cooled by a compact fan; typical office workloads keep it quiet, while sustained loads raise fan speed and surface temperature.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the USB-C video output?

The USB-C ports support DisplayPort alt-mode, so a USB-C to DisplayPort or HDMI cable is needed for an external monitor; the laptop also includes a 45 W AC adapter and has two USB 3.0 Type-A ports for legacy devices.

Will my older USB 2.0 accessories work with the USB 3.0 Type-A ports?

Yes, the two USB 3.0 Type-A ports are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices, so existing mice, keyboards or flash drives connect without adapters.

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