- The ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition integrates a square screen into a complete all-in-one desktop
- Intel Core Ultra X7 processors drive performance within a fixed workstation form factor
- DeskView software extends the screen’s purpose beyond conventional screen use
At CES 2026, Lenovo unveiled the ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition, an all-in-one desktop PC built around a nearly square display.
The system features a 27.6-inch QHD IPS panel with a resolution of 2560×2880, offering more vertical workspace than traditional 16:9 and even 3:2 layouts.
Square and vertical displays are not new, as products such as the LG DualUp display, JapanNext JN-IPS276SDQHD-HSPC6-CMS, Alogic 28-inch vertical display and BenQ RD280U have already explored these formats.
Square screen on a desktop PC
Lenovo’s approach differs by integrating the format directly into a complete desktop PC rather than offering it as a standalone business display.
The 16:18 aspect ratio allows more content to be displayed vertically without scrolling, which may appeal to users working with documents, code editors or large data tables.
Lenovo claims the format supports viewing two A4 pages simultaneously in portrait orientation, a scenario that widescreen displays handle less effectively.
The near-vertical display uses a panel that covers 98% of the DCI-P3 color space and includes an anti-glare coating.
But its 60Hz refresh rate and 300-nit brightness suggest the display prioritizes clarity and workspace over motion performance or high-dynamic-range output.
The ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition uses Intel Core Ultra X7 Series 3 processors paired with Intel Arc graphics, offering up to 12Xe GPU cores.
Memory configurations scale up to 64GB LPDDR5x at 9600MT/s, while storage is supported through two M.2 PCIe 2280 SSD slots.
It comes with Windows 11 and includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity.
A standout feature is the optional Smart AI camera, which reaches up to 16MP and supports 4K video recording, including a physical shutter for privacy and human presence detection that addresses privacy and security concerns common in enterprise environments.
Lenovo DeskView software enables the conversion of physical documents placed in front of the screen into digital files, extending the screen’s functionality beyond traditional screen use.
The sound is handled by four Harman Kardon-certified speakers and four microphones with intelligent noise reduction.
The ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition can act as both a PC and an external display simultaneously, splitting the screen to display content from two sources at once.
Port choices include Thunderbolt, USB-C, USB-A and HDMI 2.1, providing flexibility for external devices.
The system weighs over 7kg with the stand attached, reinforcing its role as a fixed workstation rather than a portable solution.
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