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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 5 (2017) - spare parts, FRU numbers and how to choose

Q: Do parts from the X1 Carbon Gen 4 or Gen 6 fit the Gen 5?

Be careful. The X1 Carbon Gen 5 (2017) and Gen 6 (2018) are very similar designs and some components (e.g. certain cases, cables) are sometimes shared - but NOT all. The Gen 4 (2016), however, is an older chassis with Slim Tip charging and its parts usually do not fit. Each X1 Carbon generation has many of its own components, so here in particular match by FRU number. Our guide X1 Carbon - generations and parts is also helpful.

Q: What battery does the X1 Carbon Gen 5 have?

The battery is internal, soldered in (an ultrabook - there is no flap or bottom replacement). We currently do not stock the main cell for this generation - ask us if you need one. However, a small CMOS battery backing up the BIOS settings is available (the CMOS batteries section above).

Q: Palmrest for the X1 Carbon Gen 5 - what to look out for?

The keyboard layout and the presence of a fingerprint reader. Palmrests come in, among others, US/PL and Scandinavian layouts - take the one matching yours. Versions also differ in the reader. Available variants with FRU numbers are in the Palmrest, keyboard, touchpad section.

Q: What charger does the X1 Carbon Gen 5 use?

Via USB-C (Power Delivery) - the Gen 5 is the first X1 Carbon generation with USB-C charging instead of the rectangular Slim Tip (which the Gen 1-4 had). You need a USB-C 65 W charger (or a more powerful one with PD). Old Slim Tip chargers do not fit.

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In short: in a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th generation (2017, type 20HQ/20HR) you can replace the palmrest, cables, cases, display, motherboard and more. It is a very thin ultrabook - most components are specific to this generation, so match them carefully. The most reliable way to match the right part is the FRU / Part Number printed on the original component. We confirm model compatibility against the official Lenovo Hardware Maintenance Manual and the laptop's As-Built number, so each part lists verified compatible models and replacement numbers. Below is the full list of X1 Carbon Gen 5 parts grouped by component - click to go to the offer.

X1 Carbon Gen 5 spare parts - full list with FRU numbers

Original Lenovo parts compatible with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 5. Many chassis and display components are shared with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 6 (2018) - the next, very similar generation, which shares some components. Click a part to go to the offer.

Frequently asked questions about X1 Carbon Gen 5 parts

Do parts from the X1 Carbon Gen 4 or Gen 6 fit the Gen 5?

Be careful. The X1 Carbon Gen 5 (2017) and Gen 6 (2018) are very similar designs and some components (e.g. certain cases, cables) are sometimes shared - but NOT all. The Gen 4 (2016), however, is an older chassis with Slim Tip charging and its parts usually do not fit. Each X1 Carbon generation has many of its own components, so here in particular match by FRU number. Our guide X1 Carbon - generations and parts is also helpful.

What battery does the X1 Carbon Gen 5 have?

The battery is internal, soldered in (an ultrabook - there is no flap or bottom replacement). We currently do not stock the main cell for this generation - ask us if you need one. However, a small CMOS battery backing up the BIOS settings is available (the CMOS batteries section above).

Which LCD display cable should I choose for the X1 Carbon Gen 5?

It depends on the panel - the Gen 5 came with a Full HD and a WQHD (2560×1440) panel, with or without touch. Each type has its own eDP cable with a different FRU number; an incompatible cable = no image. First determine your display type, then choose an item from the Display, cables and hinges section.

Palmrest for the X1 Carbon Gen 5 - what to look out for?

The keyboard layout and the presence of a fingerprint reader. Palmrests come in, among others, US/PL and Scandinavian layouts - take the one matching yours. Versions also differ in the reader. Available variants with FRU numbers are in the Palmrest, keyboard, touchpad section.

Which motherboard fits the X1 Carbon Gen 5?

The Gen 5 used Intel 7th generation processors (Kaby Lake), i5/i7, with various memory (soldered) and an optional WWAN. The board is soldered with the processor and memory, so it is matched strictly by FRU number - check the marking of your current board or give us your configuration.

What charger does the X1 Carbon Gen 5 use?

Via USB-C (Power Delivery) - the Gen 5 is the first X1 Carbon generation with USB-C charging instead of the rectangular Slim Tip (which the Gen 1-4 had). You need a USB-C 65 W charger (or a more powerful one with PD). Old Slim Tip chargers do not fit.

How do I check the FRU number of an X1 Carbon Gen 5 part?

The FRU number (Part Number) is printed on the component itself - on the palmrest, cable or board. It is the most reliable way to choose, especially important with the X1 Carbon, where generations are easy to confuse. We described how to read it in our guide How to read a Lenovo FRU number.

Which X1 Carbon Gen 5 parts are replaced most often?

The most frequently replaced are the display cable and hinges (mechanical wear), the palmrest with keyboard and the USB-C port. You will find all these items in the list above with their FRU numbers.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 5 (2017) - spare parts, FRU numbers and how to choose

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