Are there any alternatives?

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is a great alternative if you’re not the biggest fan of the typical ThinkPad aesthetic. Its battery life isn’t as good, but its build quality is better and has its own charm.

　　If you want a detachable tablet, then Lenovo’s ThinkPad X12 Detachable is a solid choice. It’s not as fast or as long-lasting, but it’s the best detachable tablet you can buy.

　　Finally, if you don’t need the business features and want a slightly smaller laptop, then the Dell XPS 13 is always a good option. It’s still the best laptop you can buy overall, and it provides equal performance and the option of a superb 16:10 OLED display.

　　

How long will it last?

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 is well-built enough to last for years, as promised by its military certification testing. It’s up to date in its components and should keep up with anyone’s performance needs for just as long. The one-year warranty is disappointing for an expensive business-class laptop.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 is an excellent laptop that both consumers and business users will love.