ThinkPad X series crosses the line

Darius Chang | Apr 11, 2008

It used to be so simple buying a ThinkPad. If you wanted an ultraportable with a screen less than 13.3 inches, go for the X series. If it's midsized machines with a 14.1- or 15.4-inch LCD you need, the T range is your man, while the R lineup is meant for the budget user.

However, if the latest rumor mill is true, then the X series will be crossing screen size lines into sibling territory (with a capital T). The 12.1-inch X200 is obviously an ultraportable, but the 14.1-inch X400 and 15.4-inch X500 will likely push the X series into the realm of thin-and-light. The new range is said to be HSDPA and EV-DO compatible, so it's likely the chipset is based on Qualcomm's Gobi technology.

At the same time, it is likely the T and R range will be refreshed with the latest Penryn processors. A new W series will represent workstation replacements, meant for executives who require high-end processing and graphics power for professional tools.

Via Gizmodo

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