We recommend the following three models to suit most requirements. These can all be provided at a similar spec, however vary in premium look and feel, slimness and weight. They are all robust business class laptops. Thinkpads are far more robust that non-business class laptops.
Do not buy off the shelf laptops from Currys, PC World, etc. Avoid Lenovo ideapad.
Minimum recommend specification
- Intel Core Ultra 5 processor
- 16GB RAM
- 512GB SSD
- Windows 11 Pro (required for M365 users)
- 14″ WUXGA 1920 x 1200
- Backlit keyboard
- 3 year warranty
- Optional: 5G WWAN card useful for some staff, especially field staff or anyone who travels frequently.
Entry level
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 (14″ Intel)
Price: Approx £870 exc. VAT
Weight: 1.42kg
A robust and well specced machine. Not as thin or light as other options.
- Robust, milspec certified
- Memory and storage upgradeable
Mid range
ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 (14″ Intel)
Price: Approx: £1200 exc. VAT
Weight: 1.24kg
- Thin and light
High end
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 (14″ Intel)
Price: Approx £1500 exc. VAT
- Super thin and light
- Available with a touch screen
- Weight: 1.09kg
Alternative:
ThinkPad X1 Yoga Carbon Gen 12 (converts to a tablet).
Last updated: October 2024
Interesting but are they AI enabled