Lenovo
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 14 in.
42/100
14 inIntel Core Ultra 7 155H32 GB1000 GBOLED2880x1800
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Why we rate it
- Touchscreen
- NPU
- HDMI
- Above-average ram
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size14 "
Panel typeOLED
Resolution2880
Refresh rate120 Hz
TouchscreenYes
sRGB coverage100
Design and build
Weight1.81 kg
Chassis materialCarbon fibre
Performance
CPUIntel Core Ultra 7 155H
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM32 GB
RAM speed6400 MHz
Storage1000 GB
Storage typeSSD Gen4
Battery
Battery capacity57
Ports
USB-A ports2
USB-C ports2
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4
HDMIYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
IR camera (Windows Hello)Yes
Audio and webcam
Speakersstereo speakers
Webcam1 MP
Software
Operating systemWindows
Release
Announcedearly 2024
More specs
USB a ports2
USB c ports2
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro
| LenovoThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12This page | AppleMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42 /100 | 45 /100Better |
| Size | 14 " | 14.2 " |
| Weight | 1.81 kgBetter | 2.65 kg |
| RAM | 32 GBBetter | 18 GB |
| Storage | 1000 GBBetter | 512 GB |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Apple M3 Pro |
| GPU | — | Apple M3 Pro GPU |
Who it's for
Is the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 42/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12?
Its touchscreen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 scores 43/100 versus this one at 42/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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