Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8

  • Intel Core i7-10710U (10th Gen, Comet Lake)
  • 16GB LPDDR3 (2133MHz)
  • 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
  • Windows 10 Pro (Upgradeable to Windows 11) / Linux Options
14 inches

IPS

51Wh Li-Polymer

15-18 hours

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics

IPS

720p HD

Full Specifications ​

General

Laptop Brand:

Lenovo

Laptop Model:

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8

Series:

ThinkPad X1 Carbon

Weight:

1.09 kg (2.4 lbs)

Build Material:

Carbon Fiber + Magnesium Alloy

Launch Year:

2020

Display

Screen Size:

14 inches

Resolution:

Multiple options: FHD (1920x1080) IPS, 400 nits, FHD (1920x1080) IPS with PrivacyGuard, 500 nits, WQHD (2560x1440) IPS, 300 nits, UHD (3840x2160) IPS, HDR400, 500 nits

Display Type:

IPS

Refresh Rate:

60Hz

Touchscreen:

Optional (varies by model)

CPU

Processor:

Intel Core i7-10710U (10th Gen, Comet Lake)

Base Clock:

1.1 GHz

Max Turbo:

4.7 GHz

Cores & Threads:

6 Cores, 12 Threads

Cache Memory:

12MB Smart Cache

Memory & OS

RAM:

16GB LPDDR3 (2133MHz)

Storage:

2TB PCIe NVMe SSD

Graphics :

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics

OS

Windows 10 Pro (Upgradeable to Windows 11) / Linux Options

Power

Battery Type

51Wh Li-Polymer

Battery Backup:

15-18 hours

Charging Port:

USB-C (supports Rapid Charge: 80% in 1 hour)

Ports & Connectivity

Wi-Fi:

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

Bluetooth:

Bluetooth 5.0

USB Ports:

2x USB 3.1 Type-A, 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)

HDMI Port:

1x HDMI 1.4

DP Port:

✅ Supported via Thunderbolt 3

VGA Port:

❌ Not Available

Ethernet :

Via Ethernet Extension Adapter (No built-in port)

Headphone Jack:

✅ Yes (3.5mm Combo Audio Jack)

SD Card Reader:

❌ Not Available

Media & Keyboard

Webcam:

720p HD

Speakers:

Dolby Atmos System (2x 1W Tweeters + 2x 2W Woofers)

Microphone:

Far-field microphones

Backlit Keyboard"

✅ Yes

Spill-Resistant Keyboard

✅ Yes

Security🔐 & Features

TPM:

✅ TPM 2.0 for Security

Fingerprint Sensor

✅ Yes

Pros (फायदे)

✅ Pros (फायदे) ✅ Ultra-lightweight & durable build ✅ Superb keyboard & TrackPoint ✅ Long battery life (15-18 hours) ✅ Fast PCIe SSD storage ✅ Wi-Fi 6 & Bluetooth 5.0 ✅ High-security features (ThinkShutter, TPM, Fingerprint Sensor)

Cons (नुकसान)

❌ RAM is soldered (Not Upgradeable) ❌ No dedicated GPU (Not for gaming or heavy graphics work) ❌ No SD Card slot ❌ No built-in Ethernet port (requires adapter)

📊 Review Score & Ratings

Performance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Build Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Display Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5) Battery Life: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Port Selection: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.7/5)

🎯 Conclusion (निष्कर्ष)

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (i7-10710U) is an excellent business laptop with a lightweight and durable design, great battery life, and strong security features. It is perfect for professionals and students who need a powerful and portable laptop. However, if you need upgradeable RAM or a dedicated GPU for gaming or graphics-intensive tasks, you may want to consider other options.

Additional

💻 Laptop Specification Sheet: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8

📌 Basic Information

  • Laptop Brand: Lenovo
  • Laptop Model: ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8
  • Laptop Launch Year: 2020
  • Series: ThinkPad X1 Carbon
  • Weight: ~1.09 kg (2.4 lbs)
  • Build Material: Carbon Fiber + Magnesium Alloy

🖥️ Display

  • Screen Size: 14 inches
  • Resolution: Multiple options:
    • FHD (1920×1080) IPS, 400 nits
    • FHD (1920×1080) IPS with PrivacyGuard, 500 nits
    • WQHD (2560×1440) IPS, 300 nits
    • UHD (3840×2160) IPS, HDR400, 500 nits
  • Display Type: IPS
  • Touchscreen: Optional (varies by model)
  • Refresh Rate: 60Hz

⚙️ Performance

  • Processor: 10th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 (Comet Lake)
  • Base Clock Speed: 1.6 GHz – 2.1 GHz (varies by CPU)
  • Max Turbo Speed: Up to 4.9 GHz
  • Cores & Threads: Up to 6 Cores, 12 Threads
  • Cache Memory: Up to 12MB

🛠 Memory & Storage

  • RAM: Up to 16GB LPDDR3 (2133MHz) (Soldered, Non-Upgradeable)
  • Storage Type & Value: Up to 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD

📀 Software & Graphics

  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (Upgradeable to Windows 11) / Linux Options
  • Graphics Type & Value: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics

📷 Camera, Audio & Mic

  • Webcam: 720p HD (with ThinkShutter privacy cover)
  • Speakers: Dolby Atmos Speaker System (2x 1W Tweeters + 2x 2W Woofers)
  • Microphone: Far-field microphones for better voice recognition

🔋 Battery & Charging

  • Battery Type: 51Wh Li-Polymer
  • Battery Backup: Up to 15-18 hours (depends on usage)
  • Charging Port: USB-C (supports Rapid Charge: 80% in 1 hour)

📡 Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0

🔌 Ports & Slots

  • USB Ports: 2x USB 3.1 Type-A, 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
  • HDMI Port: 1x HDMI 1.4
  • VGA Port: ❌ Not Available
  • DP (DisplayPort): Supported via Thunderbolt 3
  • Ethernet (LAN Port): Via Ethernet Extension Adapter (No built-in port)
  • Headphone Jack: Yes (3.5mm Combo Audio Jack)
  • SD Card Reader: ❌ Not Available

🔒 Security & Keyboard

  • Fingerprint Sensor: ✅ Yes
  • TPM (Trusted Platform Module): ✅ TPM 2.0 for Security
  • Backlit Keyboard: ✅ Yes
  • Spill-Resistant Keyboard: ✅ Yes
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