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Black 12.5 inch Lenovo ThinkPad X280 laptop closed lid matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 laptop i5-8350U 8GB 512GB 12.5" FHD

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A 12.5-inch FHD ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8350U, 8 GB DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD, running Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size12.5 in (31.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 8GB/512GB FHD W11P

  • Quad-core i5-8350U reaches 3.6 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast storage for OS and files
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 5 inch FHD 1920 x 1080 display delivers crisp visuals
  • Windows 11 Pro installed and ready to use

12.5" FHD ThinkPad X280

The Lenovo ThinkPad X280 is a 12.5-inch ultrabook built around an 8th-generation quad-core Intel Core i5-8350U processor. It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB PCIe M.2 solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks.

Display and connectivity limits

The non-touch screen delivers a 1920 x 1080 resolution in a compact 12.5-inch panel. Video output relies on USB Type-C ports with DisplayPort functionality rather than a dedicated HDMI or DisplayPort connector. Wireless connectivity uses Intel dual-band wireless with Bluetooth, while wired peripherals connect through a pair of USB 3.0 ports and the Type-C ports. No optical drive is fitted.

8 GB soldered memory constraint

The system provides 8 GB of DDR4 memory in a single module, and the supplier notes the platform supports up to 16 GB. Buyers who need more than 8 GB of RAM should verify upgradeability before purchase, as many ultrabooks of this class solder memory to the board. The 512 GB SSD offers ample space for the operating system and applications.

How it compares

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Price $345.99
Cheaper than about 76% 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 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 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

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Questions about this item

Which configuration matches the 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD listed here?

The unit ships with a single 8 GB DDR4 module and a 512 GB PCIe M.2 solid-state drive, so no further selection is required.

What does the 3.6 GHz Turbo figure mean when the laptop is under load?

The i5-8350U can lift its four cores from the 1.7 GHz base up to 3.6 GHz for short bursts, giving quicker response in spreadsheets or web apps before thermals bring clocks back down.

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

Each Type-C port carries USB 3.0 data and a DisplayPort video stream, letting you attach one 1920 x 1080 external monitor per port without a dock.

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