1/17/2024 0 Comments Inkbook model t62![]() Unlike the X220 or X230, however, it is quite unlikely that the palm-rest could crack as a result of picking it up the X62 is surprisingly light. Like many other ThinkPads with this slot (such as the X220 or X230), it is hollow here and flexes slightly under medium pressure. The only structural weak point is the left palm-rest, where the ExpressCard originally was. Unless you haven't updated your laptop in about ten years, it will probably take some getting used to remember to pull the latch before trying to open. One last design element of the chassis to note is that the X62 uses the classic ThinkPad opening hatch to secure the lid. This is just a minor aesthetic complaint, however. The other decals on the ThinkVantage panel above the function keys look good from most angles, but when looked at in the right light, they shine somewhat unnaturally. The markings which identify the notebook model and the website of its creators,, look great. The only hint that this isn't an original production of IBM or Lenovo is the decals added on both the lower bezel and ThinkVantage panel. The chassis, keyboard, and hinges all seem exceptionally well put-together. The material resists fingerprints and grease exceptionally well. The fit and finish of the black plastic is excellent-especially for a machine whose case was originally manufactured over a decade ago before being refurbished for this device. Except for the rather obvious wear on the rubberized finish on the back of the display on our review unit, there are few hints that the materials used for the X62 are over a decade old. However, its boxy appearance is certainly part of its charm (otherwise we assume this product wouldn't have been created).īeing a boxy ThinkPad also has its benefits for robustness. With a rear height of 1.41" (35.5mm) that tapers slightly towards the front, width of 10.58" (268.7mm), and depth of 8.35" (212mm), the X62 is anachronistically stocky. Resembling the "Bento Box" design of old far more than Lenovo's current flagship, the X1 Carbon, the X62 is classically squarish in design (due to the 4:3 display) and as well much thicker than its contemporaries. The matte plastic/magnesium case with reinforced frame of the X62 is as classic ThinkPad as it gets. The custom Broadwell mainboard of the X62 now supports 32GB of RAM as well as an mSATA SSD, and also includes mini HDMI, mini DP, and USB 3.0 ports.Ġ4/14 13:15 CET – correction: the WWAN slot is now PCIe only and does not support WWANĠ4/19 02:48 CET – added Wi-Fi surfing benchmark for 91WHr battery A 12.1-inch 4:3 panel with this resolution is extremely rare and highly sought after by ThinkPad enthusiasts. The more expensive model comes with a Core i7-5600U.īeyond the CPU, the X62 has had its predecessor’s XGA TN panel replaced with a 12.1-inch IPS FlexView panel with 1400x1050 resolution. ![]() The chief difference between the two models is that the US$750 model uses a Broadwell-U i5 ES (engineering sample) CPU with a base clock of 2.0 GHz specification-wise, it is extremely similar to an i5-5200U. We are lucky enough to have our own review unit of one of their X62 ThinkPads for review at Notebookcheck.Ĭosting between US$750 and US$980, the X62 comes as a bare-bones kit (bring your own SSD, RAM, and battery). Their modernization of the X61 is known as the X62, and they craft small batches (usually about 60 per run) of this special custom-made laptop to sell to enthusiasts. Today, the team has their own small motherboard manufacturer that produces the specially designed modern internals to fit into the X61's diminutive chassis. Operating out of China, administrators of notebook website 51nb began a project to modernize classic ThinkPads. Not everyone is prepared to let the X61 slip into obscurity and obsolescence, however. ![]() Today, its dated Intel Core 2 Duo CPU and 2GB of RAM are best suited for Linux distros and performing only the lightest of work. While original X61/X61s ThinkPads can be found in varying degrees of preservation on eBay for around US$100, the original X61 ThinkPad is over ten years old by now. In addition to being an all-around excellent sub-notebook, the X61 also happened to be part of the last generation of ThinkPads Lenovo released with 4:3 displays. Historically, Lenovo’s X60 and X61series were beloved by many for their (relatively) compact dimensions, weight, and performance. We first covered this rather unique laptop in late January this year. ![]()
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