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What's the latest Thinkpad models with the most upgradeability? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by narwhal@lemmy.ml to c/thinkpad@lemmy.ml

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I'm currently using T480. Thinking of upgrading to a second hand new-ish model.

Initially I was interested in ThinkPad L14 gen 2 or gen 3, but I've read that the wifi card is not upgradeable. I also read that newer models block installing SSD into the WWAN slot. I prefer having separate SSD for installing secondary OS.

Any recommendations of newer models with dual SODIMM slots, upgradeable wifi card, ability to add SSD to WWAN slot?

Thank you.

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[–] shut_up_linux_nerd@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

If you check this image The L14G2A's WLAN card is upgradable. It is slotted and ready to be taken out at will.

Video confirmation

I own one and I checked for this before I bought it. You can also check YouTube/other review sites/with owners of the device (I am one)

I also read that newer models block installing SSD into the WWAN slot. I prefer having separate SSD for installing secondary OS.

Most ThinkPads today don't house space for more than one drive bay anymore. You can always buy an external or get a P series.