Lenovo X1 Launches in China with Zhaoxin Chip, 2.8K OLED

Zhaoxin’s KX-6000G CPU has made its debut in Lenovo’s X1 laptop, specifically designed for the domestic Chinese market. Instead of using an Intel or AMD CPU like conventional laptops, Zhaoxin integrates its own KX-6000G processor to allow Chinese users to have a localized option.

Lenovo X1 Laptop Launches in China with Zhaoxin KX-6000G Chip & 2.8K OLED Display

Two years ago, the KX-6000G was launched as a follow-up to the outdated KX architecture but it faced challenges in exciting application segments against equally weak Intel and AMD offerings Thus, it largely stayed away from mainstream PCs. But now the X1 laptop pairs with this architecture, available in both Intel and AMD versions to suit a range of tastes. Zhaoxin says the KX-6000G can tackle basic productivity workloads, but not high-end tasks. The processor had scored 1035 points in multithreaded tests on Geekbench 5 benchmarks—around the performance level of Intel’s Core i5 5015U.

As the best of the ThinkPad X1 series, the premium design remains for Lenovo‘s X1 in a carbon-fiber style. At 13.9mm thick, it is ultra-thin and weighs only 0.99 kilograms. Available with a 2.8K OLED display, high-resolution visuals already include the top bezel camera with necessary privacy and security features. It features an LED-backlit keyboard with up to three adjustable brightness levels and specific details on RAM and storage configurations are yet to be announced.

Under the hood, the KX-6000G processor features 4 cores and 4 threads running at 3.3 GHz. Its integrated GPU supports modern standards such as DX12, OpenCL1.2, OpenGL4.6, and 4K display output. While the processor may not compete with high-end chips, it marks a significant step in Zhaoxin’s development efforts. The company has also showcased the KX-7000G this year, which is closer in performance to Intel’s Core i3 10100. The Lenovo X1 offers a glimpse into the potential of Zhaoxin’s processors, though it is positioned as a lightweight, entry-level option rather than a direct competitor to mainstream laptops.

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