Lenovo ThinkPad X240 laptop i7-4600U 8GB 256GB 12.5" HD

Business Ultrabook for mobile professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad X240 is a 12.5 inch business ultrabook built for professionals who need a durable, lightweight Windows 10 Pro machine. It runs on an Intel Core i7-4600U processor with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.3 GHz, supported by 8GB of DDR3 memory and a 256GB solid state drive. The 1366 x 768 HD IPS display provides wide viewing angles, while a fingerprint reader adds biometric security for corporate environments.

Integration into a mobile workflow

Weighing very little, the X240 fits easily into a compact bag and its carbon fibre roll cage survives MIL-SPEC testing for high pressure, humidity, vibration, temperature shock, low pressure at 15000 ft, low temperature and dust. Two USB ports and Bluetooth 4.0 handle peripheral and wireless connections, while the single headphone or microphone combo jack covers audio. The spill resistant backlit keyboard and precision touchpad let you work in dim lighting without extra accessories, freeing desk space and reducing cable clutter.

Suited to frequent travellers, not heavy creators

This ultrabook suits mobile workers who value rugged portability, long battery life and a comfortable keyboard for document heavy tasks. Buyers who want more storage, higher resolution screens, dedicated graphics for rendering or gaming, or a larger display for multi window workflows should look at something else. The dual core processor and integrated graphics also limit performance for video editing, 3D modelling or modern gaming titles.