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Black 14-inch ultrabook with matte finish and thin bezels

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 14" QHD i7-8650U 16GB 128GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Black

SKU CH-K9S9-6QBVD

A 14-inch QHD ultrabook with an 8th-generation quad-core i7, 16 GB DDR4 RAM and a 128 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Processor NameIntel Core i7-8650U
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
  • CPU L2 Cache8MB

Options 128GB W11P Black

  • Sharp visuals from 14" QHD 2560 x 1440 IPS display
  • Responsive multitasking with 16 GB DDR4 memory
  • Fast boot and load times via 128 GB SSD
  • Quad-core speed up to 4.20 GHz from i7-8650U processor
  • Modern connectivity with Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 4.1, USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB Type-C

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 QHD ultrabook

This 14-inch laptop pairs an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor with 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 128 GB SSD. It ships with Windows 11 Pro and targets professionals who need a lightweight machine for office productivity, web apps and video calls. The non-touch IPS panel runs at 2560 x 1440 resolution. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the display output.

128 GB SSD capacity and 16 GB RAM headroom

The 128 GB solid-state drive holds the operating system and a modest working set of documents, but fills quickly with large media libraries or virtual machines. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory keeps dozens of browser tabs and Office apps responsive, yet leaves no room for heavy creative suites or local AI workloads. Integrated graphics limit 3D and video encoding performance.

Upgrade from dual-core ultrabooks or HD displays

Moving from a dual-core ultrabook to this quad-core i7-8650U adds four threads for smoother multitasking and faster compile times. The jump from a 1920 x 1080 panel to 2560 x 1440 QHD sharpens text and fits more code or spreadsheet columns on screen. Buyers who need more storage or discrete graphics should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Sharp visuals from 14" QHD 2560 x 1440 IPS display
  • Responsive multitasking with 16 GB DDR4 memory
  • Fast boot and load times via 128 GB SSD
  • Quad-core speed up to 4.20 GHz from i7-8650U processor
  • Modern connectivity with Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 4.1, USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB Type-C

Specifications

BrandLenovo
SeriesCarbon
ModelThinkpad
Part NumberX1 Gen 6
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i7-8650U
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
CPU L2 Cache8MB
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeQHD
Resolution2560 x 1440
PanelIPS
GPU/VPUIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD128GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec128 GB SSD
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
Memory Spec8 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported16 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
BluetoothYes
USB1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt1 x Thunderbolt
Video Port1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI1 x HDMI
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps)
Audio Ports1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
TouchpadYes
KeyboardStandard
WebcamYes
StyleUltrabook
TypeMainstream
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger65-watt AC Adapter
Weight3 - 3.9 lbs.

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Questions about this item

Can I use my existing USB 3.0 peripherals with the two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on this ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6?

Yes, the two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports are backward compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices so your current peripherals will work without adapters.

How do I verify the 14-inch QHD 2560 x 1440 IPS panel and Intel UHD Graphics 620 are functioning correctly after setup?

Open Windows Display settings to confirm the native 2560 x 1440 resolution is active, then run the built-in DirectX Diagnostic Tool to verify the Intel UHD Graphics 620 driver is loaded and reporting no errors.

The box lists a 128 GB SSD and 16 GB DDR4 RAM — do I need to buy any storage or memory upgrades separately to run Windows 11 Pro?

No, the 128 GB SSD and 16 GB DDR4 RAM are already installed and meet the requirements for Windows 11 Pro, so no additional storage or memory purchases are necessary.

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