T430u: How many external displays can it handle?

I want to get a new computer, that can power three displays at once. Preferably three external monitors, maybe even four.
I was thinking of getting either an ultrabook, T430u or X1 Carbon. Or a think branded desktop.
Any guidance would be appreciated. Thanks
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ThinkPad T430u can handle one internal, one through hdmi, and one through miniDP. So in 3 in total (natively). If you need additional LCD support, maybe consider an ThinkPad USB 3.0 dock, which allows you to add another 2 screens support per dock (for a total of 2 docks or 4 additional screens).
X1 can can handle one miniDP external screen, not sure whether Displayport 1.2 passthrough works on them or not.
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