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Black 14 inch laptop with matte finish, closed lid showing carbon fiber texture

Lenovo

Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 9 laptop, Core i7-1185G7, 16 GB, 256 GB NVMe, 14.0" FHD, Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-R20W-ZHR51

A 14.0-inch FHD business laptop with a Core i7-1185G7, 16 GB LPDDR4, 256 GB NVMe storage, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6 and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 11th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel Iris Xe Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB NVMe
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

SSD 256GB NVMe

  • Intel Core i7-1185G7 3.0 GHz quad-core drives responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB LPDDR4 memory keeps demanding workloads fluid
  • 256 GB NVMe PCIe SSD boots Windows 11 Pro in seconds
  • 0" 1920 x 1080 FHD non-touch display delivers crisp visuals
  • Wi-Fi 6 AX201 plus Bluetooth 5.1 ensures fast wireless connectivity

Target user and purpose

The Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 9 is a 14.0-inch ultraportable laptop built for professionals who need a lightweight Windows 11 Pro machine with a fingerprint reader and a clean software load. It suits mobile workers and remote teams that value a durable black chassis and instant readiness out of the box.

Deciding specification

The quad-core Intel Core i7-1185G7 runs at a 3.0 GHz turbo frequency with 12 MB of L2 cache and 12 MB of L3 cache, paired with 16 GB of LPDDR4 memory and a 256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD. This combination determines whether the system can handle your daily multitasking and storage workload without upgrades.

Bundled accessories and software impact

A fresh, activated Windows 11 Pro installation with zero bloatware means the laptop is productive immediately, while the included USB Type-C charger powers the device through its Thunderbolt 4 ports. The HD 720p webcam with a privacy shutter supports secure video calls without extra peripherals.

How it compares

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

Price $433.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% 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 lineX1 Carbon
Model nameX1 Carbon 9th Generation
Product colorBlack
Cosmetic gradeGrade B (Good)
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeWork / Business
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 11th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-1185G7
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed3 GHz
Processor codenameTiger Lake
Processor L2 cache12 MB
L3 cache size12 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Memory configuration16 GB onboard
Total memory slots0
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB NVMe
Storage configurationNVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresLED backlight
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Video RAMShared system memory
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.1
Ports & slots
USB ports2
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 4
Video outputs2 x Thunderbolts
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Overall dimensions12.4 × 8.72 × 0.59
Product weight2–2.9 lb (0.91–1.32 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Other featuresFingerprint reader, Secure Chip
Pointing deviceYes
Extra input devicesYes

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade B - Laptop will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. Some laptops may exhibit shiny keys on the keyboard and/or shiny surfaces around the keyboard. All key characters will be legible. Grade B units will be priced lower than the Grade A equivalent and will have the same warranty as all products. Vinyl skin cover may be applied.

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Questions about this item

What does the 3.0 GHz turbo speed mean for everyday workloads?

The i7-1185G7 can boost to 3.0 GHz on its four cores, so compilation, spreadsheet recalculation and video-conference encoding finish noticeably faster than at base clock.

What do the two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports actually support?

They provide DisplayPort video out, USB 3.2 Gen 1 data and power delivery through the included USB-C charger, letting you drive an external monitor and peripherals from one socket.

What physical space does the 256 GB NVMe drive occupy inside the chassis?

It uses a single M.2 2280 slot, leaving no second drive bay; storage expansion would require replacing this module with a larger NVMe stick.

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