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Black 12.5 inch ThinkPad X280 ultrabook with matte finish

Lenovo

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

SKU CH-6D3B-EKFR0

A compact 12.5" ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8350U, 16GB DDR4 and a 512GB SSD for mobile productivity

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 16GB/512GB HD W10P

  • 16 GB DDR4 memory for smooth multitasking
  • 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD gives fast storage
  • 5 inch HD 1366 x 768 display for portable viewing
  • Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core up to 3.6 GHz with Turbo Boost
  • Windows 11 Pro installed ready to use

Ultra-portable business laptop

The ThinkPad X280 is a 12.5-inch ultrabook built for mobile professionals who need a compact Windows 10 Pro machine. Its quad-core i5-8350U processor runs at 1.7 GHz with turbo up to 3.6 GHz and pairs with 16 GB of DDR4 memory. A 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD provides the primary storage.

Display and graphics constraints

The HD panel resolves at 1366 x 768, which limits on-screen workspace and makes fine text or detailed images appear coarse. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles only basic desktop composition and video playback; it cannot accelerate modern 3D workloads or drive high-resolution external monitors beyond the DisplayPort capability of the USB-C ports.

Chassis practicality and connectivity

The black chassis omits an optical drive to save weight and relies on a 45 W AC adapter for power. Two USB 3.0 ports and USB-C ports with DisplayPort output cover legacy and modern peripherals, while a headphone jack handles audio. Intel dual-band wireless with Bluetooth manages network connections. The webcam sits above the non-touch screen.

How it compares

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

Price $353.99
Cheaper than about 75% 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 resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatHD
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 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

Should I pick the 16 GB DDR4 RAM and 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD configuration?

This unit ships with 16 GB DDR4 RAM in a single module and a 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD, giving ample memory for multitasking and fast storage for the OS and applications.

How does the i5-8350U perform in daily workloads?

The quad-core i5-8350U runs at 1.7 GHz base and can boost to 3.6 GHz, handling office suites, web browsing and light content creation smoothly with its 8 MB cache.

What can the USB Type-C ports with DisplayPort functionality actually drive?

The USB Type-C ports support DisplayPort alt mode, letting you connect an external monitor while also providing data transfer and charging through the same connector.

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