Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD vs Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD
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| Feature | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 14-inch | 14-inch |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 165U vPro | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U |
| GPU | Integrated Intel Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1 TB |
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General
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
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| Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo |
| Model | ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 | ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition |
| Announced | 2024 | 2025 |
| Form Factor | Clamshell laptop | Clamshell laptop |
| Color | Black | Black |
Design
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 312.8 × 214.75 × 14.96 mm | 312.8 × 214.75 × 14.37 mm |
| Weight | Starting at 1.08 kg | Starting at 0.986 kg |
| Build Materials | Carbon-fibre hybrid top; aluminium bottom | Carbon-fibre hybrid top; magnesium bottom |
Display
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 14-inch | 14-inch |
| Display Type | Low-power IPS anti-glare | Low-power IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA) | 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA) |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
| Display Features | 16:10, 100% sRGB, Eyesafe, TÜV Low Blue Light | 16:10, 100% sRGB, Eyesafe, TÜV Low Blue Light |
Performance
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 165U vPro | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U |
| CPU | 12 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores + 2 LP E-cores), 14 threads; up to 4.9 GHz; 12 MB Intel Smart Cache; Intel AI Boost NPU | 12 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores + 2 LP E-cores), 14 threads; up to 5.2 GHz; 12 MB Intel Smart Cache; Intel AI Boost NPU up to 12 TOPS |
| GPU | Integrated Intel Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Graphics Memory | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| RAM Type | Soldered LPDDR5x-6400 | Soldered LPDDR5x-8400 |
| Storage Type | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe Opal 2.0 SSD | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe Opal 2.0 SSD |
Memory & Storage
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1 TB |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 57 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | Varies by workload and configuration | Varies by workload and configuration |
| Charging | Rapid Charge supported | Rapid Charge supported |
| Power Adapter | 65 W USB-C AC adapter | 65 W USB-C AC adapter |
Software
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Connectivity
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | No built-in Ethernet; adapter supported | No built-in Ethernet; adapter supported |
Camera & Audio
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | FHD 1080p + IR hybrid webcam with privacy shutter | UHD 8 MP + IR MIPI webcam with privacy shutter |
| Speakers | 2 × 2 W stereo speakers | 2 × 2 W stereo speakers |
| Microphones | 4-microphone 360° array | 4-microphone 360° array |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Voice | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Voice |
Keyboard & Input
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | Spill-resistant ThinkPad keyboard | Spill-resistant ThinkPad keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Trackpad | TrackPoint and Precision multi-touch trackpad | TrackPoint and Precision multi-touch trackpad |
| Fingerprint Reader | Fingerprint reader integrated with power button | Fingerprint reader integrated with power button |
| Stylus Support | No | No |
Ports
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps | 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps |
| USB-C | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 USB-C | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 USB-C |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort via USB-C / Thunderbolt | DisplayPort via USB-C / Thunderbolt |
| Memory Card Reader | No | No |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack | 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Other Ports | Kensington security slot | Kensington security slot |
Additional Features
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Discrete TPM 2.0; fingerprint reader; IR camera; webcam privacy shutter; vPro | Discrete TPM 2.0; fingerprint reader; IR camera; webcam privacy shutter |
| Cooling | Active fan cooling | Active fan cooling |
| Special Features | Intel vPro; MIL-STD-810H tested | Aura Edition Smart Modes; MIL-STD-810H tested |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
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| Laptop | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12, Ultra 7 165U VPRO, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition 14 Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD |
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