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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen)
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-9850H 2,6GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 3840x2160 IPS 500 nits |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q 4GB GDDR5 |
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Full specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen)
| Reference / Part Number | 20QW0009AU |
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| Release date | March 2026, 6 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Black, Weave |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | Dolby Vision |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-9850H |
| Processor frequency | 2,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,6 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 2666 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 2 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 3.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1650 Max-Q |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
| NVIDIA Max-Q | Yes |
Audio
| Audio chip | Synaptic CX11880 |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | No |
| WWAN | Not installed |
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 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 2 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel® CM246 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
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| Pointing device | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Pro |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
| Operating system language | English |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 80 Wh |
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Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
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| AC adapter power | 135 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Smart card reader | Yes |
| Windows Hello | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Certificates
| Certification | ENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,7 kg |
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| Width | 361,8 mm |
| Depth | 245,7 mm |
| Height | 18,4 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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| Stylus pen | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) like?
It carries a 15.6" 3840x2160 IPS 500 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-9850H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 3, 2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) weigh?
It weighs 1,7 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) released?
Its release date is March 2026, 6 months ago.