If you’ve been holding off on buying a new business laptop, you’ll want to take a look at the upcoming Lenovo ThinkPad L and the ThinkPad X13 series. Reflecting Lenovo‘s ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability, these laptops boast enhanced repairability, increased use of recycled materials, efficient power management, and robust processing capabilities with built-in security and manageability tools.
The ThinkPad L and X13 series have upgraded features for better user experience, offering different screen sizes like 13″ or 14″, including a new 16″ model for those who want portability with performance.
The optional 5-megapixel higher-resolution cameras will provide a better experience for video calls and content creation, while the 16:10 ratio screens will enhance productivity.
These laptops support up to 64GB RAM for seamless multitasking and better performance. They also offer improved cooling and optional Wi-Fi 7 and 4G/5G connectivity. They run on Intel Core Ultra or AMD Ryzen PRO 7030 processors, optimized for Windows 11.
Lenovo continues its focus on sustainability, with the ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 and L16 Gen 1 boasting high repairability scores and a partnership with iFixit to reduce electronic waste.
The ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 and L16 Gen 1, powered by AMD Ryzen PRO 7030 processors, are designed for demanding IT environments with enhanced security and performance, while Intel Core Ultra processors in the L and X13 series improve AI capabilities, making them ideal for AI-driven tasks.
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 & ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 & ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 laptops are powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, are Linux-certified, and come equipped with Windows 11 Pro. They boast up to 32GB of LPDDR5 memory and up to 1TB of PCIe 4×4 M.2 2280 SSD storage. Graphics are handled by integrated Intel Graphics, delivering seamless visuals on their respective displays.
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 Intel Design and Colors Black and Storm Grey.
The ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 sports a 13.3″ 16:10 WUXGA IPS display with various options, including touch and non-touch variants with different brightness levels and blue light settings. Meanwhile, the ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 offers a touch-enabled display with similar specifications.
ThinkPad L13 i 2-in-1 Gen 5 in Black.
Audio quality is ensured with a user-facing Dolby Audio Speaker System and Dolby Voice, complemented by two speakers and two microphones.
Both models come with camera options, including an HD RGB or 5-megapixel RGB+InfraRed with a privacy shutter, with the additional choice of a 5-megapixel world-facing camera on the L13 2-in-1. Security features include a power-on fingerprint reader, an IR camera option for Windows Hello facial recognition, a webcam privacy shutter, and a Nano Kensington lock slot.
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 i 2-in-1 Gen 5 security features.
Connectivity options abound, with Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, audio combo, and Nano SIM slots. Wireless capabilities include Wi-Fi 6E and optional 4G LTE, alongside Bluetooth 5.3.
The laptops measure 12″ long by 8.58 wide by 0.68″ thick and start at 2.78 pounds.
Continuing Lenovo’s commitment to sustainability, a significant portion of the laptops’ materials are made from post-consumer recycled plastic; they offer a comprehensive blend of performance and security in a compact and versatile package.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 and L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 will be available in the second quarter of 2024, with expected starting prices of $1199 and $1319, respectively.
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 5
Available with either Intel Core Ultra processors or AMD Ryzen 7030 Series processors, these laptops run on Windows 11 Pro and are Linux-certified. They support up to 64GB of DDR5 memory and offer storage options of up to 2TB PCIe 4×4 M.2 2280 SSD.
Graphics capabilities vary depending on the model, with the Intel version offering integrated Intel Arc graphics and the AMD version featuring integrated AMD Radeon Graphics.
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 AMD
The 14″ 16:10 WUXGA IPS display comes in various configurations, including touch and non-touch options with different brightness levels and blue light settings.
Audio quality is ensured with a Dolby Audio Speaker System and Dolby Voice, complemented by two speakers and two microphones.
Camera options include an HD RGB or 5-megapixel RGB+InfraRed with a privacy shutter.
Security features include a match-on-chip touch fingerprint reader on the keyboard, an IR camera option with Windows Hello facial recognition, a webcam privacy shutter, and a Nano Kensington lock slot.
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 Intel
Connectivity options include USB4 (Thunderbolt 4 on Intel models), USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, RJ45, audio combo, and Nano SIM slots. Wireless capabilities include Wi-Fi 7 (Intel only) or Wi-Fi 6E, with optional 4G LTE and Bluetooth 5.3.
The laptops measure 12.4″ long by 8.9″ wide by 0.73″ thick and weigh 2.99 pounds at their starting weight.
The ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 offers a powerful and versatile computing solution focusing on performance, security, and sustainability. Most of the laptop’s materials are recycled aluminum and post-consumer recycled plastic.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 i Gen 5 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2024 and will have a starting price of $1179; the Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 AMD will also be available in the second quarter of 2024 and will have an expected starting price of $999.
Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 5
The Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 5 is designed for professionals seeking top-tier performance and reliability. These laptops, equipped with either Intel Core Ultra processors or AMD Ryzen 7030 Series processors, operate on Windows 11 Pro and are Linux-certified.
They boast memory support of up to 64GB DDR5 and storage options of up to 2TB PCIe 4×4 M.2 2280 SSD. Graphics capabilities vary depending on the model, with the Intel version featuring integrated Intel Arc graphics and the AMD version offering integrated AMD Radeon Graphics.
Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 5 AMD
The ThinkPad L16 Gen 5’s standout feature is its 16″ 16:10 WUXGA IPS display, available in various configurations. These include touch and non-touch options with different brightness levels and blue light settings.
Audio quality is ensured with a Dolby Audio Speaker System and Dolby Voice, complemented by two speakers and two microphones. Camera options include an HD RGB or 5-megapixel+InfraRed with a privacy shutter for enhanced security.
The device’s security features are robust, including a match-on-chip touch fingerprint reader on the keyboard, an IR camera option with Windows Hello facial recognition, a webcam privacy shutter, and a Nano Kensington lock slot.
Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 5 Intel
Connectivity options are plentiful, with USB4 (Thunderbolt 4 on Intel models), USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, RJ45, audio combo, and Nano SIM slots. Wireless capabilities include Wi-Fi 7 (Intel only) or Wi-Fi 6E, with optional 4G LTE and Bluetooth 5.3.
The laptop measures 14.1″ long by 9.9″ wide by 0.8″ thick and weighs 3.9 pounds at its starting point; its materials are largely recycled plastic.
The ThinkPad L16 Gen 5 promises exceptional performance, versatility, and security.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L16 I Gen 1 will be available in the second quarter of 2024 with an expected starting price of $1179; the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 1 AMD will also be available in the second quarter of 2024 with an expected starting price of $999.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and X13 2-in-1 Gen 5
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 series, including the X13 Gen 5 and X13 2-in-1 Gen 5, is designed to meet the demands of modern professionals. Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel vPro and EVO Edition, these laptops run on Windows 11 Pro and are Linux-certified.
They support up to 64GB LPDDR5x memory and offer storage options of up to 2TB PCIe 4×4 M.2 2280 SSD. Graphics capabilities differ between models. The X13 Gen 5 features integrated Intel Arc graphics, while the X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 boasts Intel Integrated Iris Xe.
The displays are a 13.3″ 16:10 WUXGA IPS format and come in various configurations, including touch and non-touch options with different brightness levels and blue light settings. Audio quality is ensured with a user-facing Dolby Audio Speaker System and Dolby Voice, complemented by two speakers and two microphones.
Camera options include up to a 5-megapixel RGB+InfraRed with a privacy shutter for added security. The security features are robust, including a power-on fingerprint reader, an IR camera option with Windows Hello facial recognition, a webcam privacy shutter, and a Nano Kensington lock slot.
Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, audio combo, and Nano SIM slots. Wireless capabilities include Wi-Fi 7 (where applicable) or Wi-Fi 6E, with optional 4G LTE and Bluetooth 5.3.
The dimensions of the laptops are 11.9″ long by 8.5″ wide by 0.63″ thick, starting at a weight of 2.47 pounds; again, a significant portion of the laptops’ materials are made from post-consumer recycled plastic.
The ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 series also offers a compelling blend of performance, versatility, and security.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 will be available in the second quarter of 2024, with expected starting prices of $1239.00 and $1399, respectively.
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