At IFA 2024, Lenovo unexpectedly revealed the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13. Traditionally, Lenovo introduces the pricier ThinkPad X1 series laptops during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held every January in Las Vegas. Besides the X1 Carbon, Lenovo also refreshes the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (previously known as ThinkPad X1 Yoga) each year. The X1 2-in-1 shares the same hardware as the X1 Carbon but includes a tablet feature and a digitizer pen. This time, however, the X1 Carbon was launched without its convertible sibling, raising questions about the future of the X1 2-in-1.
Lenovo's Techworld Presentation
Those worries can now be calmed. During the annual Lenovo Techworld event, the company introduced the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition. The new 2-in-1 model takes cues from its more well-known clamshell counterpart. The key enhancement is the updated processor, with Lenovo incorporating Lunar Lake into this ThinkPad laptop. The Intel Core Ultra 200V platform is said to offer significantly better battery life compared to the previous ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9, which is available for $1,839 on Amazon.com. In our detailed review, the older version with Meteor Lake managed just over eight hours of battery usage. Additionally, the cooling fan was rather noisy. These are two areas where major improvements are expected with Intel's Lunar Lake.
Design and Features
Aside from the new processors, Lenovo pretty much retains the design from the X1 2-in-1 Gen 9. This device can be transformed into a large 14-inch tablet and features a touchscreen and pen. However, the digitizer pen can no longer be stored within the chassis; it now attaches magnetically to the sleek aluminum body. Unlike most ThinkPad laptops, the X1 2-in-1 isn't offered in black, with Lenovo choosing to present it only in a silverish-grey color. Regarding displays, customers can select between a 2.8K OLED screen or a WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) IPS panel. All display options are expected to achieve a brightness level of 500 cd/m².
Aura Edition and Availability
Since Lenovo is also launching the X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 as an "Aura Edition," the same Aura Edition software features that were previously announced alongside the ThinkPad X1 Carbon G13 will also be included here. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition is set to hit the European market in February 2025, with pricing starting from €2,389 (excluding sales tax).
