What you need to know
- Lenovo has announced the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2, a 2-in-1 for business.
- The new PC runs on Intel Core Ultra U-series processors, has a 3:2 Corning Gorilla Glass display, and has several AI features.
- ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 starts at $1,399 and will be available in April 2024.
Lenovo just made a number of announcements at Mobile World Congress. One product of note for business users who value versatility is the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2, a convertible PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra processor. The removable 2-in-1 also features an integrated AI engine for security, power efficiency, and immersion.
It’s been a while, three years to be exact, since Lenovo launched the first-generation ThinkPad X12 Detachable. Mobile PC processors and AI have come a long way since then. ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 runs on Intel Core Ultra processors. Intel is trying to compete with Apple and AMD with Core Ultra CPUs that incorporate AI. The ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 is one of the first waves of PCs with the new chip.
Think ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 will begin shipping in April 2024, starting at $1,399.
More than just a Surface Pro clone
The ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 has several notable features, but the built-in Intel Core Ultra CPU is a big standout. Editor-in-Chief Daniel Rubino has an extensive article detailing Intel Core Ultra mobile CPUs and how they impact the future of laptops. After viewing the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 specifications and details, be sure to check out the parts to understand the processor’s capabilities.
Lenovo’s ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 is a convertible PC that allows you to completely remove the keyboard. The form factor is similar to Microsoft’s Surface Pro, which has inspired the category for a decade. But Lenovo’s new PC is more than just a Surface Pro clone, it features his familiar ThinkPad keyboard style, TrackPoint knob, and more that some business users rely on. This PC also includes security features familiar to ThinkPad users, such as a privacy shutter.
ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen2 also comes with Copilot in Windows or Copilot for Microsoft 365. You can invoke any of these AI-powered tools using the Copilot key, which will become standard on Windows laptops in the future.
Category | spec |
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processor | intel core ultra |
Graphics | intel integration |
memory | Up to 32GB LPDDR5x |
screen | 12.3 inches, IPS, 400 nits |
battery | 42Whr |
safety | Keyboard fingerprint reader, IR camera with Windows Hello (optional), Nano Kensington lock slot |
port | USB-C Thunderbolt 4, USB-C 10Gbps, Audio Combo, Nano SIM |
Connectivity | Up to Wi-Fi 7, up to 5G sub-6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
Lenovo packed some impressive specs when designing the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2. This PC features a 3:2 Corning Gorilla Glass display, up to 32GB of LPDDR5x memory, and support for up to Wi-Fi 7 and 5G sub-6. It also features a 5MP IR camera and an 8MP global camera with Windows Hello.
Of course, the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2’s specs are newer and more powerful than competing PCs from Microsoft. According to senior editor Zach Bowden, the Surface Pro 10 should arrive in June. To see how it stacks up against competitors like the ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2, you’ll need to take a look at the new PC’s specs. I wonder if there’s a place for both devices since they’re focused on different types of consumers.