•  Date Published: 28 Apr 2025
    • Intel Core i7-1255U
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
    • 13.3”, WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 1.20 kg (2.6 lbs)
    6.1
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.0 Portability Very Good
    9.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
    5.7 For Work Average
    3.6 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 298 x 209 x 12.9 mm (11.73" x 8.23" x 0.51")
    • Weight
    • 1.20 kg (2.6 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • Thunderbolt 4
    • HDMI
    • Card Reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.0
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD & IR
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2W Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos
    • Gifts
    • 32GB USB Drive

    Portability

    Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2
    11.73" x 8.23" x 0.51" Dimensions
    1.20 kg (2.6 lbs) Weight
    Average 13.3-inch laptop
    1.27 kg (2.8 lbs) +6% Weight

    Review

    Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 in-depth review

    Built for business on the go, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 leaves little to the imagination. Its physical properties explain 100% of the purpose of this laptop's existence.Before we get there, we have to state that there are a lot of shapes on the market - 2-in-1's, retractable screens, and now even foldables. However, the best-selling laptops are clamshells. And the ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 shows us what are the limits of this form factor.It is really interesting to see how the cooling setup is going to handle the Alder Lake-U processors. Considering the 12.9mm thickness this will be a very hard job, but if anyone can do it, that is Lenovo.Nowadays, a slight feeling of disappointment runs down our spine, when we see a lack of an OLED display option from a high-tier device. Howev[...]

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    Pros

    • Comfortable spill-resistant keyboard and touchpad
    • 96% sRGB coverage and accurate color representation with our profile (LEN133WQ)
    • No PWM (LEN133WQ)
    • Supports PCIe x4 Gen 4 drives
    • Optional "wireless" charger
    • Two Thunderbolt 4 connectors (both can be used for charging)
    • Wi-Fi 6 support plus optional IR face recognition, fingerprint reader, and 5G support
    • Up to 32GB RAM

    Cons

    • Lacks an SD card reader
    • Questionable battery life
    • Memory is soldered to the motherboard

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    We can't expect upgradeable memory from a laptop thinner than 13mm. However, it is a pleasant surprise that we see a Gen 4 SSD inside.Check out all Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 prices and configurations in our Specs System, or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate There are 9 Torx-head screws that stand between you and this laptop's internals. After you undo them, pry the bottom panel with a plastic tool and remove it from the chassis. Be careful with the wireless charging ribbon cable.2. Remove the battery Inside, we find a 56Wh battery. It got us thr[...]

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