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Black ultra-thin laptop with 14-inch display, carbon-fibre lid and red TrackPoint

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon laptop i7-7500U 256GB SSD 8GB RAM 14" QHD

SKU CH-7P93-PST9D

A 14-inch QHD ultraportable laptop with an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 256GB NVMe SSD and 8GB RAM, weighing 2.49 lbs and tested against 12 military-grade requirements

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7
  • Processor NameIntel Core i7-7500U
  • Screen Size14.0"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • Intel Core i7-7500U up to 3.5 GHz for responsive performance
  • 14" WQHD IPS display at 2560x1440 for sharp visuals
  • 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD with 8GB RAM for fast storage and multitasking
  • Weighs 2.49 lbs and passes 12 military-grade tests for durable mobility
  • Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C delivers 40Gbps data and charging

Professional Ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5 is a 14.0 inch Windows 10 Pro laptop built for mobile professionals who value durability. It combines an Intel Core i7-7500U processor reaching 3.5 GHz with 8GB of memory and a 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD. The QHD IPS display delivers 2560 x 1440 resolution in a non-touch format. A fingerprint reader adds hardware-level security for sensitive workflows.

Carbon-fibre thermals

Four layers of carbon-fibre reinforced chassis and a magnesium alloy roll-cage pass 12 military-grade requirements and more than 200 durability tests while keeping weight at 2.49 lbs. The ultralight frame dissipates heat from the low-power processor during typical office loads without audible fan distraction. USB Type-C charging allows the same port to handle power delivery and data, reducing cable count for travellers.

Thunderbolt 3 connectivity

Intel Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C provides up to 40Gbps bandwidth for external storage, docks or dual 4K displays. Four USB ports and Bluetooth 4.1 cover legacy peripherals and wireless accessories without adapters. The ThinkPad UltraNav touchpad and award-winning keyboard maintain the input experience IT departments standardise on. Windows 10 Pro enables domain join and BitLocker encryption out of the box.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i7-7500U up to 3.5 GHz for responsive performance
  • 14" WQHD IPS display at 2560x1440 for sharp visuals
  • 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD with 8GB RAM for fast storage and multitasking
  • Weighs 2.49 lbs and passes 12 military-grade tests for durable mobility
  • Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C delivers 40Gbps data and charging

Specifications

SeriesX1 Carbon 5
ModelThinkPad
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i7
Processor NameIntel Core i7-7500U
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeQHD
Resolution2560 x 1440
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Memory8GB
BluetoothBluetooth 4.1
USB4
TouchpadThinkPad UltraNav
WebcamYes
TypeMainstream
Weight2 - 2.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How do I install Windows 10 Pro on the 256GB NVMe SSD, and what step is often missed?

Boot from the Windows 10 Pro installation media, select the 256GB NVMe SSD as the target, and ensure the Thunderbolt 3 port is not used for the install drive; the step often missed is confirming UEFI boot mode in BIOS before starting.

What maintenance will the 8GB RAM and carbon-fiber chassis need later?

The 8GB RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded; clean the carbon-fiber chassis vents regularly to prevent dust buildup, and replace the thermal paste on the Core i7-7500U every few years for sustained cooling.

Which limit appears first under sustained load on the Core i7-7500U?

The Core i7-7500U hits its thermal ceiling first during sustained loads, throttling clocks below the 3.5 GHz maximum turbo to manage heat within the ultralight chassis.

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