Chuwi, a Chinese computer manufacturer that specializes in producing affordable laptops, has recently updated its CoreBook X series with Intel’s Core i3-1215U processor. This latest version of the CoreBook X boasts a significant performance boost compared to its predecessor, thanks to the i3-1215U’s capacity to deliver double the processing power while remaining within the same 15W TDP limit as the previous i3-10110U model.
The Core i3-1215U processor has two P
cores, four E cores, and eight threads. It can ramp up its P cores to 4.4 GHz
as needed and comes equipped with a UHD Graphics iGPU that has 64 Execution
Units. Being based on 10nm rather than 14nm also plays to its advantage when it
comes to efficiency. Additionally, it the processor is also compatible with
LPDDR5 RAM.
Despite the updated processor, many of the
features on the new Chuwi Corebook X remain unchanged from its previous
iteration. This includes the 14-inch, 2160 x 1440 pixel IPS LCD display, which
maintains a 3:2 aspect ratio. The laptop also retains the same aluminum body,
weighing approximately 3 pounds and measuring 0.8 inches at its thickest point,
but a slim 0.4 inches at its thinnest.
In terms of connectivity, the Corebook X
offers a microSD card reader, USB 3.0 Type-C and Type-A ports, a 3.5mm audio
jack, and a DC charging port. The laptop supports WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5,
features a 1MP webcam, and comes equipped with a backlit keyboard.
Currently, Chuwi’s most recent CoreBook X
model is priced at US$ 469.99, which includes 8 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. If
preferred, the laptop is also available with a storage capacity of 512 GB and a
larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, at a slightly higher price point of US$ 499.99.
Moreover, Chuwi is currently offering a promotional discount of US$ 30 for
orders over US$ 300, which reduces the cost of the 8 GB and 16 GB RAM variants
to US$ 439.99 and US$ 469.99, respectively. Additional details can be found on
Chuwi’s AliExpress store.
