[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The ThinkPad X1 has been a stalwart performer both in the office and at the jobsite. This is my second ThinkPad X1, the first has worked flawlessly in many challenging conditions from construction sites to boardrooms. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is considerably lighter than the Gen 9 I've been using for the past three years, which is a welcome improvement. The performance is and screen also a step up from the Gen 9. The quality of construction appears to be very similar to the Gen 9 unit so I expect that the Gen 12 will hold up to the dusty jobsite conditions as well as the Gen 9 has.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Thinkpad X1 series are light, fast, and reliable laptops that travel well and are sleekly designed. We always trust Lenovo for our organization.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This laptop is very easy to set up. It is compact, yet performs like a larger, high-powered desktop. The chicklet keyboard has a solid feel and the screen yields sharp, well-defined images. Highly recommended!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been a Dell XPS 13 user for 10 years. I switched to the Lenovo because of the great reviews, the additional USB ports, and the fact it had all of the touchpad features I had come to enjoy with Dell. It has a little more screen space and it is just as light and about the same size, so it fits in all carry-on luggage. I do enjoy the keyboard a bit more than the Dell. All things considered, I am really glad I switched.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Easy set up, excellent screen resolution and fast processing. My wife has an older thinkpad and uses it extensively for her work and she is very happy with its overall performance and reliability. I expect mine will be the same.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon – it's like the business laptop that never gets old. This latest version is still a champ, with that same amazing build quality and that iconic keyboard that feels like home.
**What I loved:**
* **Rock-solid build:** This thing feels like it could survive a drop (though I wouldn't recommend testing it!). It's super light, so carrying it around all day isn't a chore. * **The keyboard is a legend:** Seriously, typing on this thing is a joy. The keys have that perfect amount of travel, and the TrackPoint is still the best for quick cursor movements. * **Display is a treat:** Crisp, clear, and easy on the eyes. Perfect for those long workdays. * **Powerhouse performance:** This thing can handle anything I throw at it, from video calls to demanding spreadsheets. * **Battery life is a beast:** I can easily get through a full workday without needing to hunt for a charger.
**What could be better:**
* **Pricey:** Let's be real, this isn't cheap. * **Port selection could be a bit beefier:** More Thunderbolt 4 ports wouldn't hurt. * **Can get a bit toasty:** Under heavy load, it can get a little warm, but it's not a dealbreaker.
**Overall:**
The X1 Carbon is still the king of the business laptop hill. If you're a professional who needs a reliable, powerful, and portable machine, you won't be disappointed. It's an investment, but for many, it's worth every penny.