On the laptop’s left side are two USB 3.2 Type-C ports
(either suitable for the AC adapter), a port for a $35
Ethernet adapter, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, an HDMI
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another USB-A port, a SmartCard reader, and a
Kensington-style security lock slot.
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A sliding ThinkShutter privacy panel lets you block the
720p webcam, which captures reasonably well-lit and
colorful (though somewhat soft-focus) images. It’s not
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short on bass but clear enough to distinguish
overlapping tracks. Dolby software lets you try dynamic,
music, movie, game, and voice presets or play with an
equalizer.
Clad in classic
ThinkPad
matte-black,
the X 13
measures 0.69
by 12.3 by 8.6
inches, which is
no burden in a
briefcase.