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# Super-Lightweight Laptops
Dynabook Unveiled the 'Portégé X40L-K,' Which Weighs Only 2.3 Pounds

By Colin Smith | Published 2022-03-03 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x40l-k
References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/3/22958980/dynabook-portege-x40l-k-laptop-prirce-release-date-specs) & [dynabookputer](https://www.dynabook.computer/for-business?gclid=Cj0KCQiA64GRBhCZARIsAHOLriL4uqpcFZIaeYgILWAcFXrrkyvlTvga1iGymnc1QgDd6JiJBCMysLgaAgOdEALw_wcB)

![Super-Lightweight Laptops](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/472/x40l-k.jpeg)

'[Dynabook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tecra-a40),' the consumer electronics corporation that was known as [Toshiba](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurex-axrp10) from 1958 to 2018, has unveiled the 'Portégé X40L-K' ultra-lightweight laptop. This laptop weighs only 2.3 pounds in its entirety, meaning it is a competitor to weight-focused products such as the '[Macbook Air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook)' and the 'LG Gram,' which are both incredibly light.

The Portégé X40L-K, though, boasts a durable body and high-performance components, despite its compact shell. The laptop contains a 12th-generation Intel processor, up to 32GB RAM, and a comprehensive I/O panel. The I/O panel means that numerous devices can be connected to it at one time through USB, USB-C, and Thunderbolt 4. The laptop has a relatively long-lasting battery at 65Wh, so it can last long enough for on-the-go commutes.

This laptop is excellent for traveling workers who do not want to add more weight to their everyday-carry setup. At a price point of $1,799.99 USD, this laptop fits into the premium, business-focused laptop market.

Image Credit: Dynabook

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.4/10
- Popularity: 58% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Ultra-lightweight Laptops:** The trend towards ultra-lightweight laptops with high-performance components creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the computer manufacturing space.
- **Multi-device Connectivity:** The trend towards comprehensive I/O panels that allow numerous devices to be connected to laptops at one time creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the tech peripherals and accessories industry.
- **On-the-go Computing:** The trend towards creating portable and long-lasting laptops for busy professionals creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the mobile and business-focused laptop industries.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Computer Manufacturing:** The trend towards ultra-lightweight laptops with high-performance components creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in computer design and manufacturing.
- **Tech Peripherals and Accessories:** The trend towards comprehensive I/O panels that allow numerous devices to be connected to laptops at one time creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in tech peripherals and accessories manufacturing.
- **Mobile Computing:** The trend towards creating portable and long-lasting laptops for busy professionals creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the mobile computing and business-focused laptop industries.

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