Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 20U9 - Ultrabook - Intel Core i7 - 10510U / up to 4.9 GHz - Win 10 Pro 64-bit - UHD Graphics - 16 GB RAM - 1 TB SSD NVMe - 14" IPS 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) - Wi-Fi 6 - black paint - kbd: US

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The X1 Carbon is great for home office use. I have it connected to a 38” Dell ultra-wide curved display via USB-C and it's more than capable of providing the power I need for multitasking. The biometric security in the form of a fingerprint scanner that unlocks the computer is fantastic as it conveniently reduces login time. The SSD is fast, plenty of memory, and more than enough CPU power. So while it isn't a gaming machine, it is great for work and that's exactly what I purchased it for. The screen is very sharp, although I rarely look at it given that I'm essentially using it as a desktop computer connected to a much larger monitor. This is my third Lenovo laptop and my favorite by far. The only feature lacking, one which doesn't concern me, is touchscreen. I had this feature in both my prior Lenovo laptops and while I do like and use it when available, I deemed it unnecessary for this purchase as my intent from the start was to use the device as a desktop computer that I could take with me on the off chance that I find myself traveling while working. I would definitely buy this laptop again.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been amazed at how enjoyable this laptop has been to use. I was hesitant to make the jump from my aging Macbook Pro but I'm very happy I did and have no regrets. Materials and feel is top tier; the chassis is stiff, and the matte surfaces feel as good as they look. The on-off button is a little bit oddly placed, but also nicely protected, and since it's on the side of the computer can be used even with the lid closed or in a bag. Startup is fast and in just a few seconds I can already be designing a part in CAD, looking at data, or editing a video. The 4K screen is amazingly crisp, has great contrast, and incredibly deep color. The keyboard has a great feel with good travel and solid clicks, something that's been missing in most other laptops. Connectivity is great with HDMI, USB C, and actual USB A ports, so no adapters needed! Audio quality is also surprisingly good for something so thin; I've noticed sound is especially good when sitting on a hard surface, but loses a bit of volume when on a soft surface or held mid-air. Battery life has been longer than expected with the processing power this is capable of, and I like how I can have power or long battery life when I need it. The only thing I can complain about is the cooling, which can be heard at times, and is dependent on airflow to the intake port on the bottom of the laptop. With this laptop on a soft surface, or your lap, you'll hear the fans a bit more. This is rarely an issue though and it's a tradeoff I'm happy to make for more processing power. Overall, I love using this laptop. It stands out with it's high quality, high performance in a compact package, and well thought out form-follows-function design.