Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 - Specs

    • Samsung ATNA40YK20-0 (INT3480)
    • Color accuracy 
    • HDD/SSD
    • up to 4000GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • up to 64GB
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Home, Windows 10 Pro
    • Battery
    • 57Wh
    • Dimensions
    • 312.80 x 217.65 x 15.49 mm (12.31" x 8.57" x 0.61")
    • Weight
    • 1.35 kg (3 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • 4.0, Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1 (4k@60Hz)
    • Card reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11be
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.4
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • FHD 1080p + IR discrete, with privacy shutter, fixed focus
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual-microphone array, far-field, Dolby Voice
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2W Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos
    • Security Lock slot
    • Kensington Nano Lock

    CPU performance

    Here you can find the price/performance difference between all the CPUs that come in the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 series.

    Here, we evaluate the CPU's performance using a real-world 3D rendering task, assessing its ability to handle complex computations and rendering workloads efficiently.

    Results are from the Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core test (higher is better)

    Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 in-depth review

    When you see "ThinkPad X1 2-in-1," you expect the best - a no-compromise blend of performance, portability, and premium features. And the Gen 9 certainly makes a strong first impression with its sleek design, fantastic keyboard, and a truly jaw-dropping 2.8K OLED screen. It feels every bit the high-end convertible.It certainly ticks many boxes. But is ticking most boxes enough when you're paying a premium? Can it handle demanding tasks without breaking a sweat? More importantly, can it last through your workday without needing a charger, especially when competitors are setting records? [...]

    Pros

    • Excellent build quality and premium materials (aluminium)
    • Thin, light, and highly portable design
    • Superb keyboard with comfortable typing and TrackPoint
    • Stunning 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz, full DCI-P3 coverage, and good accuracy
    • Versatile 2-in-1 functionality with sturdy hinges
    • Good port selection including two Thunderbolt 4 ports and HDMI 2.1
    • Very fast and upgradeable M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD
    • FHD webcam with IR and physical privacy shutter
    • Very good sound quality

    Cons

    • Soldered RAM (non-upgradable)
    • Performance throttles significantly under sustained heavy load
    • Battery life lags behind key competitors like the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1
    • Glossy display is rather reflective

    How to open Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 (14, Intel) – disassembly and upgrade options

    Read our Disassembly Guide