ThinkPad X1 Yoga 3rd Gen
2018 · Windows 10 Pro
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Kernel 4.18++Mature hardware, excellent Linux support. Pen and touch work well under Wayland.
Analysis
The ThinkPad X1 Yoga 3rd Gen is a 2018 flagship ultraportable built for executive mobility. It pairs a Intel Core i7-8550U with 16 GB soldered DDR4 and a WQHD IPS panel at 14". At 1.4 kg with a 54 Wh battery, it is highly portable.
Strengths
- Touchscreen input
- Lenovo Linux-certified
- TrackPoint pointing stick
Limitations
- RAM soldered — not user-upgradeable
- Maximum 16 GB RAM ceiling
- No built-in Ethernet
- No SD card reader
- Aging 2018 platform — limited vendor support horizon
- Older Wi-Fi 5 wireless standard
- Low CPU performance by current standards
- Very weak integrated GPU — no gaming capability
Analysis derived from public PSREF specifications
Editorial Notes
The X1 Yoga 3rd Gen introduced the silver aluminium chassis option alongside traditional ThinkPad black. The 2-in-1 form factor with garaged pen makes it a practical convertible. The 8th Gen Intel platform is proven and reliable. Shares much of the X1 Carbon 6th Gen DNA.
The 54 Wh battery shows its age in 2025 — expect 4-6 hours of mixed use. The WQHD panel option is IPS rather than OLED. Thunderbolt 3 firmware should be updated for modern dock compatibility.
Available on Ricardo and Tutti for CHF 200-400. A practical used convertible for students and note-takers on a budget.
Certified for Ubuntu 18.04. 8th Gen Intel is rock solid on Linux. All convertible features including pen and auto-rotate work well.
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