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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel) vs Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
Product A: Lenovo
84 of 179 known
Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 for Business 13.5-inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 21NS0014US
Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 for Business 15-inch
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 (AMD, 21T00024RI)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 (Intel)
MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ D3MTG-001US
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (AMD, 21ST001JUK)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition
Dell Pro 7 14 P714260
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 (Intel Panther Lake)
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Acer TravelMate P2 14 AI TMP214-57
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 for Business 13.5-inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 21NS0014US
Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 for Business 15-inch
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 (AMD, 21T00024RI)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 (Intel)
MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ D3MTG-001US
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (AMD, 21ST001JUK)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition
Dell Pro 7 14 P714260
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 (Intel Panther Lake)
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Acer TravelMate P2 14 AI TMP214-57Product B: Lenovo
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
123 of 179 known
Dell Pro 7 14 P714260
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 (Intel Panther Lake)
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Acer TravelMate P2 14 AI TMP214-57
MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ D3MTG-001US
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 (Intel)
Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15p Gen 1 Aura Edition
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 (AMD, 21T00024RI)
GEEKOM GeekBook M16
HP EliteBook X G2i 14 (Core Ultra X7 358H)
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (AMD, 21ST001JUK)
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Compare the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel) with
Dell Pro 7 14 P714260
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 (Intel Panther Lake)
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Acer TravelMate P2 14 AI TMP214-57
MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ D3MTG-001US
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 (Intel)
Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15p Gen 1 Aura Edition
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 (AMD, 21T00024RI)
GEEKOM GeekBook M16
HP EliteBook X G2i 14 (Core Ultra X7 358H)
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (AMD, 21ST001JUK)92 of 171 fields differ
- 37 different values
- 55 known for one only
- 34 the same
- 45 missing for both
Weight
0 to 3 kg
Weight (published)
A1.27kg
B1.09kg
All 179 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 21NS0014US5Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Lenovo-ThinkPad-X1-Carbon-Gen-13-Aura-Edition-laptop-review-The-X1-Carbon-is-finally-back.924998.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck calls the Gen 13 Aura Edition the new version of last year's X1 Carbon Gen 12 and refers to the Gen 12 as its predecessor.6Reviewultrabookreview.com/72439-lenovo-thinkpad-x1carbon-reviewRead 23 October 2026Ultrabookreview says the X1 Carbon Gen 13 uses the Gen 12 chassis and calls the Gen 12 the previous X1 Carbon.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Form factor
Chassis
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Dimensions
Width313.6Depth221.7Thickness (min)11.3Thickness (max)21.95mm(12.3 × 8.7 × 0.4 to 0.9 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/ThinkPad/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel_Spec.pdfRead 5 October 2026Mechanical table: width 313.6 mm, depth 221.7 mm, front thickness 11.3 mm, rear 15.88 mm, overall maximum 21.95 mm. Minimum is the named front figure. Maximum is the named overall maximum. Current maker storefront reverses the front, rear and maximum labels. The explicit mechanical table in the current PDF controls these values.
Width312.8Depth214.75Thickness (max)14.96mm(12.3 × 8.5 × 0.6 in)1Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/ThinkPad_X1_Carbon_Gen_12Read 10 October 2026312.80 x 214.75 x 14.96 mm. May vary by configuration.
Weight (published)
Lid material
Bottom material
Max hinge angle
Not available
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MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
161.7ppi
242.6ppi
Panel type
Backlight
Not available
Dimming zones
Not available
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Panel part number
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Screen surface
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Touchscreen
Stylus
Refresh rate modes
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1200 | 60 |
BLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2880 | 1800 | 120 | No |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Adaptive sync
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Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
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Native panel colour depth
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
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sRGB coverage (claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
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HDR certification
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Factory calibrated
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Second display
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Core configuration
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4 | 2.3 | 4.7 |
| Low-power efficiency | 4 | 1.7 | 3.5 |
BLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Core type | Count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 6 | Redwood Cove | 1.4 | 4.8 |
| Efficiency | 8 | Crestmont | 0.9 | 3.8 |
| Low-power efficiency | 2 | Crestmont | 0.7 | 2.5 |
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/ThinkPad/ThinkPad_X1_Carbon_Gen_12/ThinkPad_X1_Carbon_Gen_12_Spec.pdfRead 10 October 2026Core Ultra 7 155H row: P-core 1.4 GHz base and 4.8 GHz max, E-core 900 MHz and 3.8 GHz, LP E-core 700 MHz and 2.5 GHz. Core names come from the Notebookcheck review.4Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Lenovo-ThinkPad-X1-Carbon-G12-Laptop-Test-Erstes-grosses-Update-in-drei-Jahren.807241.0.htmlRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Redwood Cove P-cores, Crestmont E-cores and Crestmont low-power E-cores.
CPU cores
8
16
Cores labelled performance
4
6
Cores labelled efficiency
4
10
Threads
Max boost clock
4.7GHz
4.8GHz
L3 cache
Process
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Sustained CPU power (configured)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Combined CPU and GPU power
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NPU performance
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
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GPU brand
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VRAM
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Max GPU power (TGP)
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Dynamic Boost
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GPU boost clock
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GPU switching
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Integrated GPU
Memory
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Installed RAM
RAM type
RAM speed
Not available
Memory channels
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RAM upgrade
Memory slots
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPCAMM2 | 1 | Yes | 32 |
BLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
Not availableRAM slots
1
Not available
Free RAM slots
0
Not available
Maximum supported RAM
Storage
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Installed storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Storage slots
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 5 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
BLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
M.2 slots
1
1
Free storage slots
0
0
Maximum slot PCIe generation
5
4
Ports
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Ports
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
| Type | Version | Count | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 / DisplayPort 2.1 | 2 | Not available | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | 100 |
| USB-A | USB 5Gbps | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps | 2 | Left | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) | 1 | Left | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | Right | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/ThinkPad_X1_Carbon_Gen_12Read 10 October 2026Standard ports: 1x USB-A (USB 5Gbps, Always On), 1x USB-A (USB 5Gbps), 2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps) with USB PD 3.0 and DisplayPort 2.1, 1x HDMI 2.1 up to 4K/60Hz, 1x 3.5 mm combo jack. Connector sides come from the Notebookcheck review.4Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Lenovo-ThinkPad-X1-Carbon-G12-Laptop-Test-Erstes-grosses-Update-in-drei-Jahren.807241.0.htmlRead 10 October 2026Left: USB-A, 2x USB-C Thunderbolt 4, Nano-SIM slot on WWAN models. Right: power button, 3.5 mm audio, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Kensington lock slot.
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
Highest HDMI version
HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1
Card reader
No
No
Ethernet speed
1Gbps
Not available
Maximum USB-C charging input
100W
Not available
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Wi-Fi module
Bluetooth
Cellular
Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
Key switches
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Keyboard backlight
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Numpad
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Key travel
Pointing stick
Touchpad size
Touchpad mechanism
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Not available
Webcam privacy
Built-in speaker drivers
Total speaker power
Audio features
Microphones
Battery and power
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Battery energy
Claimed battery life
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Not availableBLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| MobileMark 25 | 11.6 |
| Video playback | 15.9 |
| Idle | 15.5 |
Adapter rated output
Laptop charging connector
Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)
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Cooling
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Vapor chamber
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Liquid metal
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Power modes
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Security
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Fingerprint
TPM
Remote management
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Security lock slot
Software
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Operating system
OS family
Security updates until
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Measured display
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Brightness (measured, centre)
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Brightness (measured, average)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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sRGB coverage (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM flicker found
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PWM frequency (measured)
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PWM at or below brightness
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Response black to white (measured)
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Response grey to grey (measured)
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Not availableBLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Game | Width (px) | Height (px) | Preset | Upscaling | Average FPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldur's Gate 3 | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra | Not available | 24.4 |
| The Witcher 3 | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra (HBAO+) | Not available | 25.5 |
| Far Cry 5 | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra | Not available | 36 |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1920 | 1080 | High | Off | 22.5 |
Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per mode
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Not availableBLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Power mode | Load | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Best performance | Idle | 24 |
| Windows Best performance | Medium load | 31.5 |
| Windows Best performance | Gaming | 37.8 |
| Windows Best performance | Max load | 37.8 |
Max fan noise
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37.8dB(A)
Fan noise while gaming
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37.8dB(A)
Top surface under load
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Bottom surface under load
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Palm rest under load
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured battery and power
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Battery runtime per test
ALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (Intel)
Not availableBLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC008PVN
| Test | Power mode | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Idle | Not stated | 17.82 |
| Wi-Fi browsing | Not available | 7.77 |
| Max load | Not available | 1.17 |
Wi-Fi browsing runtime
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7.77h
Video runtime
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Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Certifications
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Intel Evo
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Copilot+ PC
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Colour certifications
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ENERGY STAR
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EPEAT
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Other certifications
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Eyesafe Certified 2.0, TCO Certified, generation 10, ErP Lot 6/26, RoHS compliant1Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/ThinkPad_X1_Carbon_Gen_12Read 10 October 2026Green certifications and other certifications lists. EPEAT Gold is registered where applicable.
In the box
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In the box
Power adapter included
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
www.lenovo.com/gb/en/p/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpadt/lenovo-thinkpad-t14-gen-7-14-inch-intel-laptop/len101t01541Maker product pagelenovo.com/gb/en/p/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpadt/lenovo-thinkpad-t14-gen-7-14-inch-intel-laptop/len101t0154Read 5 October 2026Fully rendered current manufacturer model list and middle preset Additional Specs. The preset identity is independently reproducible.
Spec sheet
psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/ThinkPad/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel_Spec.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/ThinkPad/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel/ThinkPad_T14_Gen_7_Intel_Spec.pdfRead 5 October 2026Current September 21, 2026 manufacturer platform PDF read. Exact processor row and model-invariant claims retained. Optional panels, radios, fingerprint readers, calibration and certificates are not inherited.
Manual
support.lenovo.com/us/en/documentation/SG107483Maker product pagesupport.lenovo.com/us/en/documentation/SG10748Read 5 October 2026Opened official producer SG10748 support route identifies User Guide for ThinkPad T14 Gen 7, T16 Gen 5 and P14s Gen 7 AMD. Access returns the site wrapper without readable guide content. No inaccessible guide-only capabilities are copied into this preset.
EPREL registration number
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