Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
14" - IPS
CPU
No CPU
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
RAM
(provided memory is soldered)
Battery Capacity
51 Wh

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Review

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lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

reliable performance

high price point

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

Total Rating

86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Product Type Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm
Weight 1.09 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
CPU No CPU
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
RAM (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics
Sound Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Operating System (OS) No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Dockable Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS
SAR Value 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8

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