Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition – Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 14-inch WUXGA, Black
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition is an ultra-premium ultraportable business laptop built around the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U processor (12 cores / 14 threads: 2 Performance + 8 Efficiency + 2 Low-Power Efficiency, max turbo up to 5.2GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache) with integrated Intel AI Boost (up to 12 TOPS) for advanced on-device AI and Copilot+ workloads. This configuration pairs 32GB Soldered LPDDR5X-8400 RAM with a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0×4 Performance NVMe Opal 2.0 SSD, delivering exceptional performance for demanding professional applications. The centerpiece is a 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS low-power display (500 nits, anti-glare, 60Hz) with an 89.2% screen-to-body ratio in a revolutionary thinner design (8.38mm front). Weighing just 1006g (2.22 lbs) with a carbon fiber top and aluminum base, it runs Windows 11 Pro and features Intel Evo Platform certification and SGS High Performance AI PC Certification, making it the ultimate choice for elite mobile professionals who demand the lightest, most powerful, and most sustainable ultrabook.
Key Features
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255U processor (12C/14T, max turbo 5.2GHz) with integrated Intel Graphics and 12 TOPS Intel AI Boost for next-generation Copilot+ AI capabilities
- 32GB Soldered LPDDR5X-8400 RAM for seamless multitasking across demanding applications, virtual machines, and professional creative software
- 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0×4 Performance NVMe Opal 2.0 SSD for ultra-fast boot times and file transfers
- 14-inch WUXGA low-power IPS display (1920 x 1200, 500 nits, anti-glare) with 89.2% screen-to-body ratio and thinner design (8.38mm front)
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, haptic touchpad, weighing only 1006g with carbon fiber construction; 57Wh battery; Intel Evo and SGS AI PC certified
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition (21NX000SUE) |
| Device Type | Ultra-Premium Ultraportable Business Laptop |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U (12 cores / 14 threads: 2P + 8E + 2LPE, max turbo 5.2GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache) |
| NPU | Integrated Intel AI Boost, up to 12 TOPS |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Chipset | Intel SoC Platform |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro, English (US/UK) |
| RAM | 32GB Soldered LPDDR5X-8400, dual-channel, not upgradable |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0×4 Performance NVMe Opal 2.0 SSD |
| Storage Expandability | One M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot (for U series), supports up to 2TB |
| Display | 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS, 500 nits, anti-glare, 100% sRGB, 60Hz, low power, 89.2% screen-to-body ratio |
| Keyboard | Backlit, English (UK) |
| Touchpad | Haptic Touchpad |
| Camera | FHD 1080p + IR discrete with privacy shutter, Windows Hello facial recognition, ultrasonic human presence detection |
| Microphone | 2x 360-degree array microphones |
| Audio | Stereo speakers (2W x2), Dolby Atmos, Realtek ALC3306 HD Audio codec |
| Ports | 2x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5Gbps), 2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps, USB PD 15-65W, DisplayPort 2.1), HDMI 2.1 (4K/60Hz), 3.5mm headphone/mic combo |
| Connectivity | Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2), Bluetooth 5.3; WWAN upgradable to 4G or 5G |
| Battery | 57Wh |
| Power | 65W USB-C 3-pin adapter |
| Design | Thinner chassis: 8.38/14.77mm (front/rear), 17.95mm (maximum) |
| Dimensions | 312.80 x 214.75 x 8.38/14.77mm (12.31 x 8.45 x 0.33/0.58 inches) |
| Weight | Starting at 1006g (2.22 lbs) |
| Chassis | Carbon fiber (top), aluminum (bottom), black paint |
| Security | Discrete TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader (match-on-chip in keyboard), camera privacy shutter, Kensington Nano Security Slot, ThinkShield comprehensive security |
| Warranty | 3-year Courier or Carry-in with 1-year Battery |
| Certifications | Intel Evo Platform, SGS High Performance AI PC Certification, Eyesafe Certified 2.0, ENERGY STAR 9.0, EPEAT Gold, MIL-STD-810H, TCO Certified Gen 10, RoHS compliant |
| Software Included | Windows 11 Pro, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite |
Who This Laptop Is Best Suited For
- Elite mobile executives and C-level professionals who demand the absolute lightest ultrabook (1006g) with next-generation AI capabilities (12 TOPS NPU), premium build (carbon fiber), and enterprise security for the most demanding executive and boardroom work
- Ultra-mobile professionals and frequent international travellers who prioritize extreme portability (1006g, thinner 8.38mm front design), all-day battery efficiency with 500-nit low-power display, and premium connectivity (Wi-Fi 6E, Thunderbolt 4) for seamless global productivity
- Forward-thinking AI-first professionals who leverage the 12 TOPS Intel AI Boost for advanced Copilot+ tasks, combined with 32GB RAM for creative and analytical work, proven ThinkPad security, military durability (MIL-STD-810H), SGS AI PC certification, and sustainability leadership (EPEAT Gold, ENERGY STAR 9.0)
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