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  • Lenovo 14-inch laptop launches early with Intel Panther Lake

    Lenovo 14-inch laptop launches early with Intel Panther Lake

    Key Takeaway

    – Lenovo has released the ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 Gen 6 in Europe (replacing Gen 5); North America release slated for June may vary.
    – Available with Core Ultra 5 325 or Core Ultra 7 355 (Panther Lake); benchmarks show similar performance between the two.
    – Up to 32 GB DDR5-5600 RAM via two SODIMM slots; M.2 2242 slot pre-populated with 512 GB or 1 TB SSD; 60 Wh battery; 1200p 60 Hz display at 400 nits/45% NTSC.
    – Pricing: UK starting at £1,269 (16 GB RAM / 512 GB); Eurozone pricing €1,479–€1,588; no confirmed pricing for other markets yet.

    Lenovo has quietly released a new ThinkBook 2-in-1 in Europe. Specifically, the company is now offering the ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 Gen 6 to replace last year’s Gen 5 model (curr. $1,299 on Amazon). Presented in March, the new 14-inch ThinkBook was apparently set for a June release. From the outset the European lineup emphasizes practical upgradability over flashy features, hinting at a shift toward midrange configurations that appeal to students and mobile professionals alike.

    Europe release and specs

    While that may still be true in North America, Lenovo has already started selling the ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 Gen 6 in Europe. Currently, the company offers the new ThinkBook with a choice between Core Ultra 5 325 and Core Ultra 7 355 processors. Both Panther Lake parts, the pair hardly differ performance-wise according to our benchmarks. In everyday use this means similar responsiveness for typing, video calls, and light multitasking, while keeping a lightweight chassis and quiet operation.

    Processor options and performance

    Additionally, the ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 Gen 6 can be configured with up to 32 GB of DDR5-5600 RAM, which is user-upgradable thanks to a pair of SODIMM slots. Lenovo also includes an M.2 2242 slot that it pre-populates with a 512 GB or 1 TB SSD. Only a 60 Wh battery is configurable though, as a 1200p and 60 Hz display that outputs at 400 nits with 45% NTSC colour space coverage.

    Memory, storage and display specs

    The ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 Gen 6 starts at £1,269 in the UK. At the time of publication, this price includes a Core Ultra 5 325 processor, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. Meanwhile, the same SKU costs between €1,479 and €1,588 in the Eurozone. Lenovo has not confirmed pricing for other markets like Australia or North American pricing yet. Lenovo France, Germany, Ireland & UK.