Reddit · r/thinkpad · Mar 3, 2026 · summarized
MixedThey use their Gen 12 (Core Ultra 7 165U, 16GB) away from the desk because it is light, but the fan is audible under any processor-heavy work.
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Reddit · r/thinkpad · Mar 3, 2026 · summarized
MixedThey use their Gen 12 (Core Ultra 7 165U, 16GB) away from the desk because it is light, but the fan is audible under any processor-heavy work.
Reddit · r/thinkpad · May 6, 2025 · summarized
PositiveTheir Gen 12 (Ultra 7 155U, IPS) stays cool with barely audible fans, is a great little machine for office work, and they like its profile and weight.
Of the 7 reviews with a clear verdict, 57% are positive, 14% mixed and 29% negative. The praise mentioned most is light and portable. The most common complaint is loud fans.
The complaints reviewers mention most: loud fans (2 reviews), driver or software issues (1 review) and short battery life (1 review). For example: They regret their Gen 12: loud fans audible across the room even with the lid closed, and under 3 hours of battery.
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