Key Highlights
- Lenovo launched ThinkPad And IdeaPad Laptops with Intel processors and AI support.
- The new laptops comes with tactile keyboard, larger trackpad, and improved thermals.
- Lenovo claims to use sustainable materials, recycled carbon fiber with a responsible packaging.
Lenovo has introduced a range of AI-enabled new business and consumer laptops. Unveiled ahead of CES 2024, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9, and IdeaPad Pro 5i feature Intel Evo technology powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, promising optimal power efficiency and enhanced user experiences.
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ThinkPad and IdeaPad Laptops: Specs
ThinkPad X1 Carbon 12th Gen and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 9th Gen
Performance
- Processors: Latest Intel Core Ultra Processors
- OS: Windows 11
- Memory: Up to 64GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: Up to 2TB Gen 4 PCIe NVMe SSD
- Graphics Options: Up to Intel Arc Graphics
- Display: 14-inch Narrow Bezel display, Up to 120Hz 2.8K OLED touch, 400nit, HDR500 True Black
- Audio: Dolby Atmos® with Dolby Voice
- Camera: Up to 8MP MIPI Computer Vision camera with privacy shutter
- Battery: 90% PCC 57 Whr
- Security: dTPM 2.0, Fingerprint Reader, Camera Privacy Shutter, Kensington™ lock slot
Connectivity
- Ports: 2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), 2 x USB-A (5Gbps), 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x 3.5mm audio jack
- Wireless: WLAN Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 802.11be (2×2), Bluetooth 5.3, 5G sub-6 (CAT20), 4G LTE (CAT16), 4G LTE (CAT4) for China market, eSIM and Nano SIM ready
- Design: Dimensions – 312.8mm x 214.75mm x 14.96mm, Weight – Starting at 1.09kg / 2.42lbs to 1.32kg / 2.92lbs
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IdeaPad Pro 5i (16”, 9) and IdeaPad Pro 5i (14”, 9)
Performance
- Processors: Up to Intel Core Ultra 9
- OS: Windows 11
- Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: Up to 1TB Gen 4 PCIe NVMe SSD
- Graphics Options: Integrated – Up to Intel Arc Graphics, Discrete – Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU
- Display: Various options, including 16″ 2K OLED and 14″ 2.8K OLED
- Audio: 2 x 2W Speakers, Dolby Atmos Audio
- Camera: IR FHD Camera with ToF sensor, Privacy Shutter, Dual Microphone Array
- Battery: 84WHr Polymer
Connectivity
- Ports: 1 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C (Power Delivery + DisplayPort™), 1 x HDMI 2.1 (4K @60Hz), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A, 1 x SD Card Reader, 1 x 3.5mm audio jack
- Wireless: WLAN Wi-Fi 6E, Up to Bluetooth 5.2
- Design: Dimensions – Vary by model, Weight – Starting at 1.46kg (3.22lbs) to 1.95kg (4.30lbs)
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Lenovo ThinkVision 27 3D Monitor
Display
- Size: 27-inch
- Panel: IPS 3-side NearEdgeless
- Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (2D) / 1920 x 2160 (3D)
- Brightness: 310 nits
- Color Gamut: 99% DCI-P3, 99% Adobe RGB, 100% sRGB, 100% BT 709
- Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Connectivity
- Ports: 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x DP1.4, USB Type-C® (HBR3), RJ45, Audio Out
- USB Hub: Upstream: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (by USB Type-C), Downstream: 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (1 by Type-C)
- USB-C PD: Up to 100W
System
- Minimum PC Requirements: Intel Core i5 7400/3.00GHz; NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or equivalent; 8GB DDR5; available hard disk space 50G
- O/S Support: Windows only. Minimum required: Windows 10 64-bit
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ThinkPad and IdeaPad Laptops: Price, Availability
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 will be available in limited configurations from December 2023, starting at $2,989(approx. Rs.2,49,000). The complete portfolio, including the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9, will be available starting March 2024, with an expected starting price of $2,639(approx. 2,20,000).
IdeaPad Pro 5i (16”, 9)
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i (16”, 9), the world’s first consumer Intel Evo Edition laptop powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, is available now, starting at $1,149.99(approx. Rs.95,499). This laptop offers AI-powered features for faster photo and video editing, multitasking, and an immersive 16:10 OLED display.
Lenovo ThinkVision 27 3D Monitor, USB-C Dual Display Travel Dock, and Wireless VoIP Headset
- ThinkVision 27 3D Monitor: Available from February 2024, starting at $2,999 (approx. Rs. 2,49,000).
- USB-C Dual Display Travel Dock: Available from March 2024, starting at $109.99(approx. Rs.9,000).
- Wireless VoIP Headset: Available from April 2024, starting at $99.99(approx. Rs.8,399).
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