At CES 2025, Lenovo introduced a slew of AI-powered business solutions designed to revolutionize the modern workplace. Key highlights include the boldly redesigned Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Editions, the innovative ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 with a rollable display, and the latest commercial desktops, such as the high-performance ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6 and the groundbreaking ThinkCentre neo 50q QC powered by Snapdragon. Lenovo also unveiled its next-generation ThinkVision P Series monitors and a comprehensive ecosystem of smart accessories, all engineered to enhance productivity and connectivity. Additionally, Lenovo showcased cutting-edge proof-of-concept innovations that it believes will push the boundaries of technology, offering a glimpse into the future of an AI-led productivity wave.
ThinkPad X9 Series: Revolutionary Design Meets Pro-Level Performance
Lenovo introduced the ThinkPad X9 14 and X9 15 Aura Editions. Lenovo’s Aura Edition PCs have been a breath of fresh air that stands between its battery efficient flagship Qualcomm powered devices and its traditional Intel powerhouses.
These Copilot+ PCs are still powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors but leverage a cutting-edge experimental architecture that’s successfully balanced power, heat, and efficiency with AI-enhanced devices for creative professionals that combine powerful and efficient Intel and Windows 11 platforms with personalized AI-enabled experiences in an all-new progressive design.
The ThinkPad X9 Series features a new contemporary design, shedding the all black or silver boxey designes from yesteryear and blends its Yoga line innovations into the ThinkPad lineup. The X9 Series covers are said to be crafted from 50% recycled aluminum, the X9 14 and X9 15 models exhibit a sleek and slim profile that’s not only visually striking but also features a stylish metal grooved bottom cover.
Fortunately, the new X9 designs don’t seem to come at cost to the MIL-SPEC industrial craftsmanships. Like all ThinkPad laptops, the X9s are said to be highly durable, having been tested for MIL-SPEC 810H standards, and engineered to withstand the demands of everyday professional use by Lenovo.
This meticulous design includes a unique “engine hub,” a streamlined housing for critical components and connections that optimizes cooling and performance, allowing for extended productivity without sacrificing the device’s slim form factor.
Lenovo has featured a similar hardware centric focus design with its multi component magnetic hub that allows users to attach webcams, lights and speakers.
Every aspect of the ThinkPad X9 series reflects Lenovo’s new focus on enhancing user experiences. The new “engine hub” design incorporates Thunderbolt ports on both sides, facilitating versatile connections to docks, monitors, and other USB-C® accessories.
Lenovo is hoping that the simplicity of this new hub enhances serviceability with quick and easy access through the D cover for repair of the battery or SSD. Lenovo has also redesigned its keyboard deck to combine ThinkPad’s renowned typing comfort with a modern touch while also offering precise tactile feel. The new keyboard deck also incorporates a large haptic touchpad that provides responsive feedback for seamless navigation.
I’ve been begging for about four years for Lenovo to bring over its haptic trackpad to the ThinkPad lineup and here we are, finally!
Another thing about the ThinkPad X9 is that it includes a communication bar that integrates an 8MP high-definition MIPI camera with a smartphone-quality sensor for low-light situations, plus dual noise-canceling microphones into a unified, stylish frame while keeping the bezels as narrow as possible.
This design optimizes top-tier video call quality while showcasing a vivid OLED display ttraditionally reproduce stunning colors and deep blacks, in both touch or non-touch options.
Perfectly Engineered for Pioneering Innovators
With its thin profile, powerful Intel Core Ultra processors, high-capacity battery, and robust connectivity (including Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, HDMI 2.1, and Intel Wi-Fi 7), Lenovo is aiming its ThinkPad X9 series for seamless transitions from creative tasks to business-critical operations. The ellusive prosumer market is being aimed with the X9 for tasks that include everything from content creation to heavy data applications, without sacrificing portability or design.
It’s feeling like the X9 may supplant the X1 Carbon as the ThinkPad’s flagship laptop going forward.
Lenovo AI Now: Personalized AI Redefined
Lenovo has taken the AI experience to the next level with Lenovo AI Now, an advanced on-device AI assistant that brings powerful, real-time intelligence to users.
As part of the Lenovo Aura Edition branding, Lenovo’s AI efforts are more than bloatware, but are more like machine learning features that help to manage the optimizations of computing for users.
Lenovo AI Now is innovative assistant aimed at transforming the PC experience by integrating fully personalized AI-powered tools. Built on a local Large Language Model (LLM) using Meta’s Llama 3.0, Lenovo AI Now enhances privacy by storing and processing all user data locally, safeguarding user information while delivering powerful, real-time AI capabilities.
Unlike most of Lenovo’s CES 2025 offerings, Lenovo AI Now is actually available now for download on selected devices. Users can now use on-device AI to simplify tasks like document organization and device management, enabling users to interact naturally with their personal knowledge base for quick searches, text summaries, and more.
Designed to further streamline workflows and boost productivity, Lenovo AI Now continues to add and improve features that enhance the everyday work experience. New features coming soon include:
- Cross-Device Knowledge Retrieval: Users will be able to search for information across their AI PC and supported tablet simultaneously, ensuring fast and efficient access to critical documents and files, no matter the device.
- Smarter Document Searches and Summaries: AI Now will enable users to quickly locate and retrieve relevant information from selected portions of images or documents, helping professionals gather insights with ease.
- Multilingual Support: AI Now will soon offer multilingual functionality, supporting German, Spanish, and French. This new feature extends from the user interface to the underlying AI models, enhancing accessibility for a broader global audience.
Lenovo Aura Edition Features for Personalized, AI-Driven Productivity
Complementing Lenovo AI Now, the Lenovo Aura Edition imagined with Intel in the ThinkPad X9 series offers a suite of intuitive, AI-enabled tools designed to enhance every aspect of the user experience:
- Smart Modes: With five tailored settings—Shield, Collaboration, Attention, Power, and Wellness—Smart Modes allow users to easily switch between optimized device configurations. These modes help enhance security, manage power efficiency, support virtual meetings, and even encourage healthy digital habits.
- Smart Share: Developed in collaboration with Intel®, Smart Share facilitates rapid photo transfers between Android™ or iOS devices and the ThinkPad X9, creating a seamless, integrated experience across devices.
- Smart Care: This feature provides access to real-time diagnostics and Lenovo’s enhanced support services. Smart Care offers 24/7 live agent support via multiple channels for personalized support any time and access to all support documentation online for self-service and troubleshooting, ensuring uninterrupted productivity and device health.
Lenovo AI Now adds even more AI ontop of the company’s Aura Edition features.’
ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable: A Rollable AI-Enhanced PC for the Modern Professional
Lenovo rolled out aother jaw-dropper at CES this year with its ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable, the world’s first rollable display AI PC, developed in cooperation with Lenovo Research.
We’ve seen smartphone companies play around with rollable screens but now we’re seeing it in laptops, for better or for worse. Transitioning from a groundbreaking proof of concept to a fully realized product, this innovative device demonstrates Lenovo’s ability to turn forward-thinking concepts into practical, high-performance solutions for business professionals.
I’m not sure I fully buy the marketing speak from Lenovo that states ‘the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable AI PC is designed to redefine productivity and multitasking with its unique rollable display technology,’ but it does at least offer something new in the space.
This new rolling laptop vertically expands from a compact 14-inch display to a generous 16.7 inches with a simple press of a dedicated key or through hand gestures to the camera, users gain nearly 50% additional screen space in a portable form factor.
I suppose this makes it ideal for business users who need flexibility and efficiency on the go. This rollable feature allows prosumers to adapt the screen size based on task demands, from document editing to data analysis and presentations, all while maintaining an ultra-slim 14-inch laptop footprint with a 19.9mm profile and weighing just 1.7kg.
The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable combines the portability of a traditional laptop with the expanded workspace of a larger device. Its proprietary ThinkBook Workspace feature enhances user experience by enabling split-screen functionality and providing dedicated widgets for easy access to frequently used apps and tools. With a unique vertical laptop screen experience, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 also encourages better posture, reducing strain for professionals working long hours.
This Copilot+ PC is built with AI-enabled features like Lenovo AI Now and Microsoft’s Windows Cocreator from Paint to unleash user productivity and creativity. The laptop leverages the same on-device intelligence and cloud capabilities as the flagship ThinkPad X9.
With its rollable screen, the device offers an extended vertical display ideal for applications such as document review, coding, project management, and content creation. Professionals in creative fields and technical roles will appreciate the split-screen functionality that supports multiple window layouts without sacrificing screen space. This adaptable display solution includes virtual display technology, allowing users to create a second virtual display which can be uniquely shared in meetings, reducing the need for external monitors, making the device a practical choice for those who prioritize both portability and efficiency.
Under the hood, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable is powered by Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel Arc graphics and robust connectivity options including Thunderbolt 4 and Intel® Wi-Fi 7 (5 Gig). The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 also includes an edge-to-edge keyboard, a 120Hz OLED display with 400 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy.
Lenovo Expands ThinkCentre Lineup with High-Performance Desktop Solutions
Lenovo has introduced two new additions to its ThinkCentre desktop PC lineup: the versatile ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6 and the compact ThinkCentre neo 50q QC. Both desktops are designed to deliver powerful, AI-enhanced performance and advanced security features for today’s dynamic business environments.
ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6: A Comprehensive All-in-One Solution
The ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6 is an all-in-one (AIO) desktop that aims to redefine productivity with its immersive 27-inch QHD display and ultra-thin bezels. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra processor, with optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics, this AIO desktop is tailored for industries requiring high-performance computing in a single, streamlined device. It’s ideal for creative professionals and healthcare providers alike.
One standout feature is Lenovo Focus Sound, an AI-driven directional sound system that targets audio directly to the user’s position, eliminating the need for headphones during virtual meetings. The AI Turbo Engine continuously calibrates sensors to adjust volume and direction, ensuring privacy. Additionally, Human Presence Detection 2.0 helps protect data by automatically locking the screen when users step away.
The M90a Pro Gen 6 also offers a full-function ergonomic stand, Eyesafe-certified low blue light technology, and IP55 water and dust resistance. With Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, support for multiple 4K monitors, and an integrated tiltable and swiveling camera with AI-powered noise suppression, this desktop is designed for seamless team interactions, both in-office and remote.
ThinkCentre neo 50q QC: Compact and Powerful
The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is a tiny desktop that combines a minimalistic design with innovative AI-driven technology. This 1-liter chassis features Snapdragon X or Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processors and Copilot+ PC-enabled features, bringing AI-driven workflows to tiny desktops. With up to 45 TOPS (Trillions of Operations Per Second) for AI processing, the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC provides superior multitasking and efficient data handling, making it ideal for SMBs that need robust performance in a small footprint.
The neo 50q QC offers multiple USB ports, HDMI, and DisplayPort options, allowing easy connectivity with peripherals and dual displays. It also incorporates 60% recycled plastic in the thermal shell and 30% Ocean Bound Plastic in the system bag and thermal shell, promoting a circular economy for businesses embracing compact, powerful technology.
At CES 2025, Lenovo also announced its groundbreaking addition to its portfolio with the ThinkVision P Series monitors. These next-generation displays are designed to meet the needs of professionals, combining innovative AI-powered features with a commitment to sustainability.
The ThinkVision P Series monitors range from 23.8 to 40 inches, each offering stunning visual precision with up to 98% DCI-P3 color accuracy. The sleek, ultra-thin bezels provide a modern aesthetic and maximize screen space. With a variable refresh rate ranging from 24Hz to 120Hz, these monitors ensure smooth, vibrant visuals.
Lenovo’s proprietary advanced AI Power Solution dynamically adjusts backlighting and pixel intensity to optimize energy consumption without compromising image quality.
Lenovo’s Display Fleet Manager (LDFM) could be a game-changer for IT teams, enhancing remote manageability with rapid firmware updates and batch deployment capabilities. This translates to minimized downtime for end-users. There are also customizable OSD settings and more robust asset management features to help streamline IT tasks.
There is also supporting variable refresh rates and USB-C docking solutions with up to 140W power delivery that can accompany the ThinkVision P Series. These monitors enable professionals to efficiently handle tasks from data analysis to content creation. Lenovo continues its commitment to sustainability with the ThinkVision P Series. The monitors are built using 95% post-consumer recycled plastic for the front bezel and covers, a stand swivel made of 100% recycled aluminum, and 20% recycled glass in the panel. The series also offers daisy-chain capabilities for connecting up to four displays, and select ultrawide models feature True Split technology, allowing users to split their display into multiple virtual screens for enhanced multitasking.
Lenovo also announced several smart-accessories such as a self-charging bluetooth keyboard, the Lenovo QHD Webcam that comes with AI enhancements, the Lenovo 4K Pro webcam, the transofrming Lenovo AdaptX Mouse, proof of concept AI headphones.
The Self-Charging Bluetooth Keyboard is powered by ambient light using advanced photovoltaic cells and fast-charging supercapacitors, eliminating the need for traditional batteries. It has a sleek, spill-resistant design made from 95% post-consumer recycled plastics and includes customizable tilt legs, dedicated media controls, and a 3-zone layout with on-screen brightness indicators and real-time power tracking via the Lenovo Accessories and Display Manager. This design supports more sustainable computing practices.
Lenovo also showcased two high-performance, Microsoft Teams-certified webcams. The Lenovo QHD Webcam features participant tracking and enhanced lighting adjustments, while the Lenovo 4K Pro Webcam offers crystal-clear 4K visuals with AI-enhanced framing and real-time image optimization for improved video conferencing.
In addition, Lenovo presented proof-of-concept accessories. The Lenovo AdaptX Mouse features a detachable design that transforms between a compact mouse, an ergonomic mouse, a travel hub, a memory/SIM card holder, and an emergency power bank. The AI Headphone integrates AI technologies for real-time voice translation, voiceprint noise suppression, and personal voice cloning for more authentic sound during translation.
US Availability and Pricing
▪ ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition will be available starting February 2025, expected starting price of
$1399.
▪ ThinkPad X9 15 Aura Edition will be available starting February 2025, expected starting price of
$1549.
▪ ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 will be available starting Q1 2025, expected starting price of $2,999.00.
▪ ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6 will be available starting Q1 2025, expected starting price of $2,539.
▪ ThinkCentre neo 50q QC will be available starting February 2025, expected starting price of $ 849.
▪ ThinkCentre neo Ultra Gen 2 will be available starting February 2025, expected starting price of
$3,099.
▪ ThinkVision P27QD-40 will be available starting June 2025, expected starting price of $559.00.
▪ ThinkVision P34WD-40 will be available starting June 2025, expected starting price of $899.00.
▪ ThinkVision P32UD-40 will be available starting Q2 2025, expected starting price of $1,199.00.
▪ ThinkVision P24Q-40 will be available starting June 2025, expected starting price of 349.00.
▪ ThinkVision P24QD-40 will be available starting June 2025, expected starting price of $399.00.
▪ ThinkVision P32p-30 available now, expected starting price of $1,199.00.
▪ Lenovo 65W GaN Nano Adapter available now, starting price of $49.00.
▪ Lenovo X9 Charging GaN Dock will be available starting June 2025, expected starting price of
$99.00.
▪ Lenovo Multi-Device Wireless Mouse (X9 Edition) available starting March 2025 expected starting
price of $ 59.99.
▪ Lenovo TWS Earbuds (X9 Edition) available now, expected starting price of $69.99.
▪ Lenovo Origami X9 14” or 15” sleeve available starting Q1 2025, expected starting price of $59.00.
▪ Lenovo Self Charging Bluetooth Keyboard will be available starting May 2025, expected starting price
of $ 69.99.
▪ Lenovo QHD Webcam and 4K Pro Webcam will be available starting May 2025, expected starting
prices of $99.99 and $169.99 respectively.
