Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (14″, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, WUXGA) – Premium Business Ultrabook
Shop the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 in Kenya. Featuring Intel Core i7-1185G7 vPro, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 14″ WUXGA display, lightweight carbon fiber build, Wi-Fi 6, and enterprise-grade security. Perfect for business professionals.
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The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 is a flagship ultrabook designed for business professionals who demand top performance, security, and portability. Powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1185G7 with vPro, paired with 16GB LPDDR4x RAM and a 1TB PCIe SSD, it delivers blazing speed and efficiency. Its 14″ WUXGA (1920 × 1200) IPS display with a 16:10 aspect ratio enhances productivity, while the Dolby Atmos speaker system, Wi-Fi 6, and optional LTE connectivity ensure seamless collaboration. Weighing just 1.13 kg, it is built from carbon fiber and magnesium alloy, making it both ultra-light and durable.
Why Buy the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9?
- Lightweight & Ultra-Durable: Built with carbon fiber and magnesium alloy, passing MIL-STD-810H military tests.
- Exceptional Performance: 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1185G7 with Intel vPro for advanced manageability and enterprise security.
- Immersive Display: 14″ WUXGA IPS panel with 400 nits brightness, anti-glare, and taller 16:10 ratio.
- All-Day Battery Life: 57Wh battery with Rapid Charge technology (up to 80% in 1 hour).
- Enterprise Security: Discrete TPM 2.0, fingerprint sensor, webcam privacy shutter, and optional IR facial recognition.
- Superior Audio: Dolby Atmos 4-speaker system and quad-mic array for crystal-clear calls.
Brief Specs
- Processor: Intel Core i7-1185G7 (11th Gen, vPro)
- Memory: 16GB LPDDR4x (soldered)
- Storage: 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Integrated
- Display: 14″ WUXGA (1920 × 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, 400 nits
- Battery: 57Wh with Rapid Charge
- Weight: Starting at 1.13 kg
- OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11 Pro (varies by model)
Full Specifications
| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1185G7 (11th Gen, 4 cores / 8 threads, up to 4.8 GHz, 12MB cache, vPro support) |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB LPDDR4x-4266 (soldered, non-upgradeable) |
| Storage (SSD) | 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 2280 SSD |
| Display | 14″ WUXGA (1920 × 1200) IPS, anti-glare, 400 nits brightness, 16:10 aspect ratio |
| Optional Display | Touchscreen variants available |
| Battery | 57 Wh Li-Polymer, Rapid Charge (80% in ~1 hour) |
| Ports & Slots | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C 2 × USB 3.2 Gen1 (1 Always On) 1 × HDMI 2.0 Headphone / mic combo Optional Nano-SIM slot Kensington Nano lock slot |
| Camera | 720p HD with ThinkShutter; optional IR with Windows Hello |
| Audio | 4-speaker system with Dolby Atmos (2 woofers, 2 tweeters) Quad-mic array with far-field support |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (2×2) + Bluetooth 5.1 Optional LTE / 5G in select SKUs |
| Security | Fingerprint reader (power button), dTPM 2.0, webcam privacy shutter, optional IR camera, ThinkShield |
| Keyboard | Spill-resistant, backlit ThinkPad keyboard with TrackPoint and large glass touchpad |
| Chassis / Build | Carbon fiber top, magnesium alloy bottom Dimensions: 315 × 221.6 × 14.9 mm Weight: ~1.13 kg |
| OS Options | Windows 10 Pro / Windows 11 Pro (factory option) |
| Warranty | 1-year base (extendable service options available) |
FAQs
Q1: Is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 good for business or personal use?
It’s primarily designed for business with vPro, enterprise security, and durability, but it’s equally powerful for personal use, remote work, or creative tasks.
Q2: Can I upgrade the RAM and storage on this laptop?
The RAM is soldered (non-upgradeable), but the 1TB SSD is user-replaceable if you need more space.
Q3: How long does the battery last in real usage?
Depending on workload and display brightness, you can expect 10–15 hours, with Rapid Charge adding ~80% in just an hour.
Q4: Does the X1 Carbon Gen 9 support external monitors?
Yes, via its Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.0 ports, you can connect multiple 4K monitors.
Q5: Is this laptop durable enough for travel?
Absolutely. It passes MIL-STD-810H tests, is built from carbon fiber and magnesium alloy, and weighs just ~1.13 kg, making it travel-friendly.











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