Leaked: Lenovo's CES 2026 Lineup to Feature Intel's Core Ultra X7/X9 Series 3 Processors
According to a report from tech outlet Windows Latest on December 24, a significant leak has unveiled Lenovo's potential product lineup for CES 2026. The highlight of this reveal is the inclusion of Intel's unannounced 2026 processors, including models such as the Core Ultra X9 388H, X7 358H, and Ultra 9 386H.
The report indicates that Lenovo's CES 2026 laptop portfolio will be powered by Intel's next-generation CPU families: Intel Core Ultra Series 3, Core Ultra X7 Series 3, and Core Ultra X9 Series 3. The specific SKUs mentioned in Lenovo's specifications—Core Ultra 9 386H, Core Ultra 7 356H, Core Ultra X9 388H, and Core Ultra X7 358H—have not yet been officially detailed by Intel, giving us an early glimpse into the future of mobile computing.
I. Products Featuring Intel Core Ultra X9 Series 3 Processors
1.1. IdeaPad Pro 5i (16-inch)
Aimed at creators, the IdeaPad Pro 5i (16-inch) will reportedly feature a Core Ultra X9 388H processor, an RTX 5060 graphics card, and a large 99Wh battery, with a starting price of approximately $1699.
1.2. ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition
For business professionals, the premium ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition is designed to offer desktop-level performance for SMBs and professional users. It supports a 45W processor TDP, comes with a 15.3-inch 2.8K OLED screen, and can be configured with up to 64GB of RAM.
1.3. Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition (14-inch)
In the thin-and-light category, the Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition (14-inch) weighs less than 2.2 pounds (975 grams). It's built for new AI-driven creative tasks with an integrated Intel Arc GPU featuring 12 Xe cores. The device sports a 14-inch 2.8K 120Hz PureSight Pro POLED display with a peak brightness of 1100 nits. It is expected to start at $1499.99 and launch in Q2 2026.
1.4. Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition
The flagship Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition targets gamers and heavy creators. It will be powered by a Core Ultra 9 386H processor and includes an innovative Force Pad, an RTX 5070 graphics card, and a 92.5Wh battery, with a starting price of $1899.99.
1.5. Legion 5i
For mainstream gamers, the Legion 5i will offer a 165Hz OLED screen. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU. This model features a 15.3-inch OLED display and will start at $1549, with availability expected in April 2026.
1.6. ThinkCentre X Tower Desktop
Lenovo is also planning a desktop gaming rig, the ThinkCentre X Tower. It can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, up to four sticks of 64GB DDR5 6400 RAM, and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 32GB graphics card. The base model will start at $1500 and is slated for a March 2026 release.
II. Products Featuring Intel Core Ultra X7 Series 3 Processors
2.1. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition
These two flagship notebooks will be equipped with Intel Core Ultra X7 Series 3 processors, featuring up to a 12Xe GPU and a 50 TOPS NPU, positioning them as powerful Windows 11 AI+ PC devices.
2.2. ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition
The ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition is an all-in-one with Copilot+ capabilities, featuring a 27.6-inch QHD display with a unique, nearly square 16:18 aspect ratio. Sources suggest it targets content creators, programmers, and data professionals. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra X7 Series 3 processor and an Intel ARC 12Xe GPU.
2.3. Yoga AIO i Aura Edition 32-inch
This is a 32-inch Windows 11 AI+ PC all-in-one, offering up to an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor and a 4K OLED 165Hz display. It also integrates adaptive lighting that syncs with video content. The starting price is expected to be $2399.99, with a release in Q2 2026.
2.4. Yoga Mini i (1L)
The Lenovo Yoga Mini i is a cylindrical PC weighing only 600 grams with an aluminum alloy chassis. It will feature up to an Intel® Core X7 358H processor, making it capable of handling complex workflows and multitasking as a Windows 11 AI+ PC that can support up to four external displays.
2.5. LOQ 15IPH11
Lenovo's entry-level gaming laptop, the LOQ 15IPH11, will reportedly come with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor, a 15.3-inch WQXGA IPS LCD display, and up to an RTX 5060 laptop GPU. It is expected to start at $1149 and become available in April 2026.
