Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 vs MacBook Air M4 13
Verdict: The MacBook Air M4 13 outperforms on battery and silence with 18-hour claims from Apple testing versus the ThinkPad's 12 hours on Notebookcheck. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 provides superior keyboard and port variety for Windows workflows. MacBook Air M4 13 takes the win for most users prioritizing efficiency and macOS ecosystem.
Winner: MacBook Air M4 13
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12: 7.5/10
MacBook Air M4 13: 9/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 | MacBook Air M4 13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Apple M4 |
| RAM | Upgraded to 64GB DDR5 | Upgraded to 32GB DDR5 |
| Display | 14-inch 2.8K OLED 120Hz | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina 500 nits |
| Weight | 2.17 pounds | 2.7 lbs |
| CPU | Upgraded to Ryzen AI 300 | Upgraded to Core Ultra 9 285K |
| Storage | Upgraded to 2TB SSD | Upgraded to 2TB SSD |
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12
What works
- Multiple ports including HDMI and Ethernet via adapter
- MIL-STD-810H durability rating
What doesn't
- Shorter battery life around 12 hours (per Notebookcheck)
- Heavier fan noise under load
MacBook Air M4 13
What works
- Up to 18 hours battery life (per Apple)
- Strong single-core performance at 1,800+ Geekbench 6
What doesn't
- Limited ports (two Thunderbolt only)
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Air M4 13.
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