
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL i7-1165G7 12GB 2TB HDD Laptop
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A productivity-focused 15.6-inch laptop pairing an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 with dual storage and Windows 11 Pro.
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Overview
Key Features
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz IPS Display; Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.1, 720p HD Webcam, FP Security, Backlit, .
Intel Core i7-1165G7 Quad Core 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 2.80GHz Processor
12GB DDR4 RAM (8GB Onboard + 4GB SODIMM); 65W Power Supply, 3-Cell 45 WHr Battery; Mineral Grey Color, .
256GB PCIe NVMe SSD + 2TB HDD; 2 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, Windows 11 Pro-64.,
Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User
Specifications
Processor
Intel Core i7-1165G7 2.80GHz (up to 4.7 GHz, 12MB Cache, 4-Cores, 8-Threads)
Memory
12GB DDR4 (8GB Onboard + 4GB SO-DIMM)
Storage
256GB PCIe SSD + 2TB HDD
Display
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz IPS
Graphics
Intel Iris Xe Integrated
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.1
Ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen1, HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, SD Card Reader, Audio Combo Jack
Webcam
720p HD
Battery
3-Cell 45 WHr, 65W Power Supply
Security
Fingerprint Reader, Backlit Keyboard
Dimensions
14.05 x 9.25 x 0.75 inches
Weight
3.75 lbs
Color
Mineral Grey
Software
Microsoft 365 Personal (1 Year)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Dual storage setup provides SSD speed for the OS and apps alongside 2TB of HDD space for large files
- Thunderbolt 4 port enables high-speed peripherals, external displays, and docking station connectivity
- Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with business features like BitLocker, Remote Desktop, and domain join
- Lightweight at 3.75 lbs with a slim 0.75-inch profile for a 15.6-inch laptop
👎 Cons
- 12GB RAM is an unusual and modest configuration for an i7-powered business laptop
- 256GB SSD is relatively small for primary storage, relying on the slower HDD for overflow
- 720p webcam produces below-average video quality for video conferencing
- 60Hz IPS display is adequate but unremarkable, with no high-refresh or high-resolution options
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dual storage configuration on this ThinkBook 15?
It comes with a 256GB PCIe SSD for fast boot and application loading, plus a 2TB HDD for bulk file and data storage.
Can the RAM be upgraded beyond 12GB?
The laptop has 8GB soldered onboard plus one SO-DIMM slot (currently with 4GB). You can replace the SO-DIMM module with a larger one to increase total memory, up to the board's maximum supported capacity.
Does this laptop have a Thunderbolt port?
Yes, it includes one Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C) port, which supports high-speed data transfer, display output, and charging.
What security features are included?
It features a fingerprint reader for biometric login and a backlit keyboard, along with Windows 11 Pro security features like BitLocker.
Is the Microsoft 365 subscription included permanently?
No, it includes a one-year Microsoft 365 Personal subscription for one user. After the first year, you would need to renew the subscription separately.