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Lenovo ThinkPad X1
$2,500.00
Released May, 2011
The Pros:Impressive system specifications for the size and slimness - Core i5 mobile processor, 8GB of RAM. Touchpad as well as TrackPoint (nub) mouse emulation. Solid ThinkPad build quality, now includes Gorilla Glass display - passes 8 MIL spec tests.
The Cons:Poor value next to slightly larger, but more powerful and longer-lasting ultra-portables such as the X220, MacBook Air. 16:9 display aspect ratio - no 16:10 1400 x 900px option like that one the X300, Macbook Air. No SSD standard.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 is an ultra-portable notebook. With a thickness of only 21.5mm, it is an addition to the X-Series notebooks along side the ThinkPad X220. The X1 will be one of the first notebooks to feature the RapidCharge technology; this technology allows the battery to be charged up to 80% level within 30 minutes.
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As a comparison, that is over two times faster than previous batteries used in ThinkPad notebooks. Unfortunately there is a downside to this battery: it is not user removable much like Apple's MacBook Air. Any battery replacement will have to be done by Lenovo's service depot or a certified technician. Other features of the X1 includes an Intel Core i series processor, a 160Gb solid state drive, and a 13.3'' displayed covered with scratch proof Gorilla Glass.
Features / Specifications
- Windows 7 Professional
- 13.3'' LCD display (1366x768, Gorilla Glass)
- Intel Core i5-2520M processor
- 8GB DDR3 ram
- 160GB SSD
- SDXC reader
- RapidCharge Battery
- 1 year warranty (upgradable)
User Reviews (5)
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impressive system specifications for the size and slimness - Core i5 mobile processor, 8GB of RAM
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touchpad as well as TrackPoint (nub) mouse emulation
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solid ThinkPad build quality, now includes Gorilla Glass display - passes 8 MIL spec tests
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extremely slim and lightweight - 16mm (0.625"), and 1.36kg (3lbs)
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IPS display - improved viewing angles and colour reproduction over the vast majority of TN based displays
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external access HDD bay for quick and easy upgrades
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great port selection for an ultra-portable - HDMI, mini DisplayPort, USB 3.0, eSATA
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world class ThinkPad keyboard with spill drains - the first to be backlit
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affordable starting price point compared to previous generation X301
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poor value next to slightly larger, but more powerful and longer-lasting ultra-portables such as the X220, MacBook Air
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16:9 display aspect ratio - no 16:10 1400 x 900px option like that one the X300, Macbook Air
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ports hidden behind an annoying door
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