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ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 leads Lenovo’s new ThinkPads

It’s a massive new lineup

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Lenovo is constant noisemaker in tech conferences and MWC 2022 is no different. The company unveiled their brand spanking new ThinkPad lineup in Spain, Barcelona spearheaded by the X1 Extreme Gen 5.

Other devices in the lineup are the ThinkPad T series, the ThinkVision M14d, and the ThinkPad P series.

ThinkPad X1 Extreme G5

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme G5 is appropriately named. “Hybrid Work” is a term plenty of laptop makers like to throw around these days, but this is truly the ultimate hybrid work device for any kind of worker. Check out these specs:

  • 16-inch 4K, 16:10 display
  • 165Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision HDR, Optional touch and pen input
  • 12th Gen Intel Core-H series processor. Up to i9, optional vPro technology
  • NVIDIA Graphics: Options for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 16GB GDDR6, NVIDIA GeForce
  • RTX 3050 Ti, RTX 3060, RTX 3070 Ti.
  • Fast DDR5 4800Mhz memory up to 64GB
  • Two (2) 4TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 SSDs
  • 90Wh battery
  • SD Express 7.0 card reader to support the latest ultra-fast SDXC memory cards
  • Dolby Voice with its latest noise cancelling technology

Looking at these numbers makes us think of the workers that really need it. These are high-grade PC numbers, one used in the office by architects, 3D engineers, game developers and the like. In the height of the pandemic, pre-vaccine, when everyone was forced to work from home, it’s these workers that may have faced strong challenges. How do you bring home monster PCs like that?

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The ThinkPad X1 Extreme G5 is a direct response to this. These are premium-grade numbers meant for big PC builds, but Lenovo was able to put it in a more mobile form factor.

ThinkPad P series

Lenovo calls the ThinkPad P series their most mobile workhorses. It offers a mix of power and performance for professional users-on-the-go.

Here’s what you’re getting:

  • Latest Intel Core processors and NVIDIA T550 professional graphics.
  • ISV-certified and ideally suited to power applications such as AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and
    more.
  • Reliability and durability with the ThinkShield security suite and MIL-SPEC testing.
  • Improved usability feature: a wider touchpad, all-day battery capacity, an upgraded FHD webcam, blue light reduction and X-Rite factory color calibration

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The ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 redefines power and portability with a thin and light 16-inch chassis. This new form factor, like all ThinkPad P series, is designed with engineers, architects, and students in mind. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio display that delivers increased screen space for viewing and creating with extreme clarity. Both workstations will be available in black or an aluminum storm grey cover.

ThinkPad T series

This batch consists of the ThinkPad T16, ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 and T14 Gen 3. The ThinkPad T series is Lenovo’s most successful business line series. Nearly everyone has encountered some for of the ThinkPad T series since they’re ever present in corporate settings.

The 2022 iterations present everything we know about the ThinkPad T but refines them for the modern workforce.

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They are available available with either the latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors with optional Intel vPro technology, or the latest AMD RyzenTM PRO 6000 Series processors for mobile with the Microsoft Pluton security processor, all running up to Windows 11 Pro.

ThinkVision M14d

Last but not the least is the ThinkVision M14d. Put simply, it’s a screen extension for the mobile worker. It weights just 600g, and is a 14-inch 2.2K display. It is easily connected via a USB Type-C cable which can also offer power pass-through for a one cable solution.

The ThinkVision M14d’s two USB-C ports support data transfer which lets the M14d can act as a USB hub. It is designed for extended use thanks to an ergonomic height adjustment stand up to 11mm and features natural low blue light technology to reduce eye strain. What’s more, it comes with a protective sleeve so it can conveniently slip into a carry case with a laptop.

Price and availability

  • ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 — US$ 2049 | June 2022
  • ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 i — US$ 1419 | April 2022
  • ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 — US$ 1419 | April 2022
  • ThinkVision M14d Mobile Monitor — US$ 299 | July 2022
  • ThinkPad T16 i — US$ 1419 | April 2022
  • ThinkPad T14 i — US$ 1399 | April 2022
  • ThinkPad T14s i — US$ 1529 | June 2022
  • ThinkPad T16 AMD — US$ 1299 | June 2022
  • ThinkPad T14 AMD — US$ 1299 | June 2022
  • ThinkPad T14s AMD — US$ 1399 | May 2022
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Alienware celebrates 30th anniversary with new Area-51 laptops

The series features Alienware 30, an all-new design language.

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Despite the rise of more gaming brands, Alienware is still one of the most recognizable names for gamers who want dedicated hardware. This year, the brand is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To commemorate the milestone, Alienware has launched the new Area-51 and Aurora notebooks.

Alienware Area-51

Alienware’s Area-51 lineup is the brand’s flagship line of notebooks, packing in the best of the best from the industry. This time is no different.

First of all, the new series will rock Alienware 30, a new design philosophy made especially for the 30th anniversary. On the outside, the laptops have fluid contours, emphasizing curves opposed to the industry’s more angular contemporaries. It also has a Zero Hinge, which hides the laptop’s hinge from view. Finally, it has pillowed palm rests to make usage easy for long gaming sessions.

The 16-inch model can rock up to a WQXGA Anti-Glare OLED screen, featuring 240Hz refresh rate and 620 peak HDR nits. It will also have an LCD option. Alternatively, the 18-inch model has a WQXGA screen, featuring 300Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness.

Inside, the Alienware Area-51 boasts up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GPU. For memory, gamers can enjoy up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5. Finally, for storage, the series can rock up to 2TB SSD natively but can support up to 3 slots, allowing for up to 12TB of internal storage.

The series will have a sizable 96Whr battery. This is complemented by a 280W adapter and the brand’s largest fans by volume to keep things cool.

Alienware 16X Aurora

For those who portability over raw power, the new Alienware 16X Aurora fits inside any day-to-day kit. For example, it ditches the thermal shelf typical of most gaming notebooks today to increase portability. It has rounded edges to make it easier to grasp and to create a slightly pillowed palm rest, similar to its flagship counterpart.

The 16-inch WQXGA OLED panel touts 240Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response time, and 620 nits HDR peak brightness.

Inside, the notebook has up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. These specs are paired with up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5 memory and up to 2TB SSD.

Finally, the Alienware 16X Aurora will have a 90Whr battery. This is supported by up to a 280W charger (for the RTX 5070 variant).

Price, availability

Both series are available starting today, March 17.

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Apple MacBook Neo Review

The Mac You’ve Been Waiting For!

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Apple disrupts the industry with their latest MacBook — an affordable to say the very least.

If you’re a student, a first-time Mac owner, someone who’s been priced out of this ecosystem their whole life, someone who just needs a laptop for basic tasks but one that looks great, without slowing them down, this is it!

Or maybe you’re torn choosing between the MacBook Neo and the more powerful M5 MacBook Air?

Well, that’s what we’re here for. Here’s our review with the all-new MacBook Neo.

Get the MacBook Neo here!

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Hands-on: NEW iPhone 17e, iPad Air, MacBooks, Studio Displays

What Apple has announced other than the MacBook Neo

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March 9, 2026

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The MacBook Neo was the star of yesterday’s Apple event, and it has every right to be but it’s been a big week for Apple.

So as promised, we also went hands-on with every other device announced this week: iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and the new Studio Displays.

 

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