Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
14"
Resolution
1600 x 900 (HD+)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 4400
RAM
4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Core Qty
Dual-Core
Storage
128 GB SSD M.2
Battery Capacity
45 Wh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Product Type Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.816 cm
Weight 1.34 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Screen Size (Type) 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 1600 MHz
Form Factor Integrated
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400
Camera Yes
Camera Features Face tracking, gesture input support
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Technology 8-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
OneLink connector
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, Adobe Reader, ThinkVantage System Update, Norton Internet Security (30 days subscription), ThinkVantage Product Recovery, EverNote, Lenovo Solution Center, PC Device Stage, Nitro Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) (20A8)
Dockable Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter
Cables Included Network adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support
Navigation Receiver GPS
Compliant Standards RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return

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