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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 14" 1920x1200 IPS 60Hz 400 nits 100% sRGB |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | |
| Other | Keyboard French. |
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Full specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA
| Reference / Part Number | 21KC00CFCA |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 2026, 6 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Black, Paint |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 35,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | WUXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | sRGB |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 125U |
| Processor cores | 12 |
| Processor threads | 14 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3306 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | No |
| WWAN | Installed |
| WWAN controller | Quectel RM520N-GL, 5G Sub-6 GHz, with Embedded eSIM |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard language | French |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system language | French |
| Bundled software | Intel Connectivity Performance Suite |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 57 Wh |
|---|
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Smart card reader | No |
| Windows Hello | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Certificates
| Certification | ENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,08 kg |
|---|---|
| Depth | 214,8 mm |
| Height | 15 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA like?
It carries a 14" 1920x1200 IPS 60Hz 400 nits 100% sRGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor with the Intel Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
What material is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA made of?
Its housing is made of Aluminium.
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA weigh?
It weighs 1,08 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 21KC00CFCA released?
Its release date is March 2026, 6 months ago.