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| The ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition is not available yet in North America. |
Following its showcase at CES 2026 in January, Lenovo has officially launched the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition, bringing significant upgrades to its flagship convertible business laptop. The new model replaces the Lunar Lake-based Gen 10 edition with faster processors and enhanced features designed for productivity-focused professionals.
The latest iteration of Lenovo's premium 14-inch convertible maintains the versatile 2-in-1 form factor that has made the X1 series a favorite among business users, while introducing Intel's new Core Ultra processors and several thoughtful refinements.
Design and Display Options
The ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 retains the familiar sleek, lightweight design that business users expect, measuring 313.5 x 219.3 x 9.4~16.4 mm and housing a 58 Wh battery. All configurations feature three Thunderbolt 4 ports for extensive connectivity options.
Buyers can choose between two display options:
- A 14-inch 1200p IPS panel with 60 Hz refresh rate, offering 500 nits brightness and 100% sRGB coverage
- A premium 2.8K OLED display with 120 Hz variable refresh rate for smoother scrolling and content consumption
Performance and Configuration
The entry-level configuration starts with an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor, paired with 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1 TB of PCIe 4.0 storage. For users requiring additional performance, Lenovo offers a Core Ultra 7 355 processor upgrade for £220 in the UK or €250 in the Eurozone.
Storage options now include PCIe 5.0 SSDs for those needing maximum data transfer speeds, available for £110 or €130 depending on the region. Interestingly, the Core Ultra 7 355 variants can be configured with 16 GB of RAM instead of 32 GB, offering a potential saving of £290 or €330 for users who don't require maximum memory.
Aura Edition Features and Availability
The "Aura Edition" designation brings enhanced software features designed to optimize workflow and productivity, though Lenovo has yet to detail all the specific capabilities coming to this generation.
Additional options include:
- Lenovo Slim Pen 2 support (£30/€30 extra)
- NFC connectivity (£10 in the UK, €20 in the Eurozone)
The ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition starts at £2,489.99 in the UK and €2,799 in the Eurozone. Budget-conscious buyers can save £50 or €60 by configuring their device without an operating system.
For those interested in exploring configuration options directly, Lenovo has published detailed product pages for both the German market and the UK market.
Shipping Timeline
Lenovo has confirmed that shipments will begin on March 24, 2026, for customers in the UK and across the Eurozone. Other markets, including Australia, may see later availability as the company rolls out the new model globally.
The ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition represents Lenovo's continued commitment to the premium convertible segment, combining the versatility of a tablet with the productivity of a traditional laptop, now powered by Intel's latest processor technology.
