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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition

85
Highly rated
Average of 4 professional reviews
4 of 4 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 79–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 84.8 · 3 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 87

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura EditionImage: Lenovo

4 professional reviewers tested the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality. Most common complaint: battery life.

Reviewed by Tom's Guide, Tom's Hardware, ZDNET and 1 more

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    A lightweight travel laptop with a superb keyboard, lovely OLED screen and good speakers.

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  2. 90
    Tom's HardwareHands-on review · 2026

    Praised as a masterclass in portability and usability for a premium ultraportable.

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  3. 80
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    A successful redesign with a repairable modular frame, very light weight and a great keyboard.

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  4. 79est.
    Just JoshNo printed score · Video review · 2025

    The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 is an exceptionally lightweight and well-built laptop that excels at basic office tasks and web browsing.

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What critics praise most

Picture quality3 of 4

What critics dislike most

Battery life4 of 4
Price4 of 4

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Common questions

Is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition?

Critics agree: scores range from 79 (Just Josh) to 90 (Tom's Guide), a spread of 11 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition?

Battery life (4 of 4 reviews), Price (4 of 4 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition?

The Apple MacBook Air (M4) (critic score 91), best overall.