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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 RAM & SSD Upgrade Guide (2023)

Quick Summary: The Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 (2023) supports LPDDR5X Soldered RAM (up to 16GB, Soldered (not upgradeable)) and M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 M.2 slot). Note: RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded.

Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 RAM Specifications

M.2 NVMe SSD solid state drive
M.2 NVMe SSD solid state drive
SpecDetails
RAM TypeLPDDR5X Soldered
Maximum RAM16GB
RAM SlotsSoldered (not upgradeable)
ProcessorIntel Core i7-1360P

Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 SSD Specifications

SpecDetails
SSD TypeM.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0
SSD Slots1 M.2 slot

How to Upgrade RAM

The Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 has soldered RAM that cannot be upgraded. Choose the right config when purchasing.

How to Upgrade the SSD

  1. Power off and disconnect cables
  2. Remove bottom panel
  3. Locate M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 slot(s)
  4. Remove mounting screw, slide out old SSD
  5. Insert new SSD and secure
  6. Replace cover
  7. Clone old drive or install OS from USB

Recommended Upgrades

Best RAM

LPDDR5X Soldered from Crucial, Kingston, or Corsair. Upgrade to 16GB with matched pairs.

Best SSD

Samsung 990 Pro or WD Black SN850X M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD for best performance.

FAQ

Maximum RAM for Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3?

Up to 16GB of LPDDR5X Soldered (Soldered (not upgradeable)).

Can I upgrade the SSD?

Yes, M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 with 1 M.2 slot.

Is RAM soldered?

Yes, soldered and not upgradeable.

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