In this video, we will discuss some of the points to look out for when buying an older X220 Thinkpad. Most of these principles apply to other computers in the Thinkpad family as well. Expect to see more videos in this series.

If you have any questions about the X220 series, please ask them in the comments below. This machine will end up being a Linux machine.

I will have a separate video shortly showing how to test X220 batteries using Linux.

As of the publishing of this video, a decent asking price for these machines is $250-$350 CAD depending on condition and what is included.

Looking for one yourself? Check eBay and your local classifieds. Amazon also has a series of parts and machines. By purchasing from the links below, as an Amazon and eBay Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases that goes to supporting the channel.

eBay:
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...

Amazon US: https://amzn.to/30PVMPf

Stock Thinkpad images provided by
By Yoe (Own work) [CC BY 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...)], via Wikimedia Commons

If you are looking for the latest and greatest version of this laptop, I suggest heading over to Lenovo's website to see what they have been up to recently. As a member of the Lenovo Affiliate Program, I earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through this link.

Lenovo Canada
lenovo.vzew.net/5XBWL (General)

lenovo.vzew.net/P2ZLR (ThinkPad)

Lenovo USA
lenovo.vzew.net/BXEK5B (General)

lenovo.vzew.net/zagjz0 (ThinkPad)

Timestamps provided by Jack Coe.
0:00 Introduction
0:58 Laptop outside
1:23 Opening the laptop
2:45 Display (TN vs IPS)
3:10 Operating System, Specifications
3:40 Battery
4:30 Conclusions
5:00 Configurations
5:50 Fingerprint reader
6:30 Conclusions (yes, again)