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Black 12.5 inch ultrabook with matte finish and ThinkPad logo

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 12.5" FHD i5-8350U 16GB 512GB laptop

SKU CH-RNFE-V7KGV

A 12.5" FHD ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8350U, 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 512GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/512GB FHD W10P

  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD stores files and boots fast
  • 5 inch FHD display shows crisp 1920 x 1080 visuals
  • Quad-core i5-8350U reaches 3.6 GHz with Turbo Boost
  • Windows 11 Pro installed and ready to use

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 12.5" FHD laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad X280 is a 12.5 inch ultrabook built around an 8th generation Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB PCIe M.2 solid-state drive. The 1920 x 1080 non-touch display and Windows 10 Pro provide a ready-to-work platform for mobile professionals who value a compact footprint.

Suited for frequent travellers needing a light

This configuration suits users who prioritise portability and a balanced feature set for office applications, web browsing and video calls. Buyers who require a larger screen for multitasking, a dedicated graphics processor for rendering or a touchscreen for stylus input should consider alternatives that match those specific requirements.

512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD decides storage capacity

The single 512 GB PCIe M.2 solid-state drive determines how much local data the system can hold at speed. If your workflow demands more onboard space for large media libraries or virtual machines, this drive size may become a constraint. No other storage devices are installed.

How it compares

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

Price $364.99
Cheaper than about 73% 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 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 storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 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 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

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Questions about this item

Is the 16 GB DDR4 memory soldered or can it be upgraded later?

The system ships with a single 16 GB DDR4 module; the board has one slot so total capacity cannot exceed 16 GB.

Will the Intel Core i5-8350U throttle under a continuous multi-core load?

The quad-core CPU runs at 1.7 GHz base and can reach 3.6 GHz with Turbo Boost; sustained heavy work will hit thermal limits and reduce clocks.

How loud does the fan get and what power draw should I expect during an all-day workload?

The 45 W adapter supplies the system; fan noise rises noticeably under load but stays within typical ultrabook levels.

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