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ThinkPad X9 Aura: Bold Design, Familiar Heart
24 Nov
Summary
- The X9 Aura boasts a striking new design, moving away from traditional ThinkPad aesthetics.
- Its OLED display is praised as superior to the MacBook Air M4's screen.
- Starting at $1,226, the base model's 256GB storage is notably low for its price point.
Lenovo's ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition marks a significant design departure, featuring a sleek slate gray chassis and a unique "engine hub" for ports. Its gorgeous OLED display is a standout, offering superior glare mitigation compared to competitors like the MacBook Air M4. The device aims to appeal to a broader audience, including former Apple users, with features like tap-to-share functionality and enhanced security.
Despite its experimental nature and deviation from classic ThinkPad features like the TrackPoint, the X9 Aura retains core ThinkPad usability. Its Intel Core Ultra processors and 1080p webcam offer solid performance for work, complemented by a redesigned keyboard and haptic trackpad. Battery life exceeds a full workday, though it falls short of some flagship Intel "Lunar Lake" devices.
The X9 Aura Edition is positioned as a mid-tier+ device, priced more affordably than the X1 Carbon but with a notable concern: its base configuration offers only 256GB of storage for $1,226. While higher configurations are available, they approach premium pricing. Despite this, its innovative design, display quality, and premium features make it a recommended choice for cloud-reliant users valuing a high-quality webcam and a fresh aesthetic.
