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Black Lenovo ThinkPad X280 12.5 inch FHD ultrabook, non-touch screen, matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 12.5" FHD i5-8350U 8GB 128GB SSD

SKU CH-6V2X-QPGF5

A 12.5 inch FHD ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8350U, 8 GB DDR4 RAM and a 128 GB SSD, running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage128 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 8GB/128GB FHD W10P

  • Quad-core i5-8350U up to 3.6 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 5" FHD 1920 x 1080 display for sharp visuals
  • 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 GB PCIe M.2 SSD for fast boot and load times
  • USB Type-C with DisplayPort and dual USB 3.0 for versatile connectivity
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for professional features

Compact 12.5" business ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad X280 is a 12.5 inch FHD ultrabook powered by an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor with Intel UHD Graphics 620. It ships with 8 GB DDR4 RAM, a 128 GB PCIe M.2 SSD and Windows 10 Pro, making it a ready-to-use mobile workstation for office tasks.

Suited for mobile professionals needing a light.

This configuration suits users who prioritise portability and a proven ThinkPad keyboard for document work, email and web browsing. Buyers who need more storage capacity or a touchscreen display should consider other options.

128 GB PCIe M.2 SSD dictates capacity planning

The single 128 GB PCIe M.2 SSD sets the total local storage available out of the box. Verify that this capacity meets your application and file requirements before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $312.99
Cheaper than about 80% 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 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 size8 GB
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage128 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration128 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

Does the Intel Core i5-8350U throttle under sustained full-load workloads?

The quad-core i5-8350U runs at a 1.7 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.6 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost. Sustained speeds depend on the laptop cooling solution and workload duration.

What are the fan noise and surface temperatures like during an all-day work session?

The 45 W AC adapter and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 suggest modest heat output. Typical office use stays quiet; heavier tasks spin the fan up but temperatures remain within ultrabook norms.

Which peripherals or docks must I already own to use the video outputs?

Video is carried over the USB Type-C ports with DisplayPort functionality. You need a USB-C to DisplayPort or HDMI cable, or a compatible dock, to drive an external monitor.

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