Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
14" - IPS
Resolution
1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 520
RAM
8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Core Qty
Dual-Core
Storage
256 GB SSD
Battery Capacity
57 Wh
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) Review

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lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

relatively high price

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

average display brightness

Total Rating

83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.13 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11871
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Included Accessories Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return

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