Lenovo LOQ 16vsLenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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Lenovo LOQ 16
LOQ 16

Quick Stats

The Lenovo LOQ 16 delivers exceptional performance with seamless gaming experiences and high frame rates up to 90 FPS.
The Lenovo LOQ 16's build quality feels like a budget-friendly compromise rather than premium.
The Lenovo LOQ 16's display has limited color gamut and vibrancy, short of expectations for gamers.
The Lenovo LOQ 16 features a powerful Ryzen 7 chip with Zen 3 architecture and an Nvidia GPU onboard.
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 delivers exceptional performance with impressive results and effortless handling of demanding tasks.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 boasts an impressive build quality with a sturdy and solidly constructed chassis.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2's outstanding display with 165Hz refresh rate is its most notable feature overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 offers fast performance with Intel HX processors and Nvidia RTX GPUs.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo LOQ 16
#141
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Winner
#138
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo LOQ 16
#220
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#213
Winner
Display
Lenovo LOQ 16
#274
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#129
Winner
Performance
Lenovo LOQ 16
#151
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#246
Build
Lenovo LOQ 16
#756
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#739
Winner
Features
Lenovo LOQ 16
#574
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#561
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo LOQ 16
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
up to 64GB
up to 192GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 4000GB HDD
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
Intel Core i9-13980HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 115W)
NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation (80W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo LOQ 16

Strengths

Excellent CPU performance for under $1000
Good gaming performance with smooth gameplay in games like Apex Legends, Warzone 2, CS go, and more
Low ghosting on display, making it suitable for Esports gamers
USB-C port offers flexibility with power delivery, display output, and docking station support
Zen+ architecture Ryzen 7 chip provides excellent battery life, potentially up to 10 hours of web browsing
Integrated GPU only mode in Lenovo Vantage software helps optimize battery life
Reasonable FPS rates in various games like God of War, cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts, Last of Us Part One, and more
Display offers good performance in general use, with no major issues reported

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

Strengths

Built like a tank to withstand a few knocks
The chassis is solid and well put together
Display lid has a tiny amount of flexing, but provides excellent protection to the panel
Good inputs: keyboard on the p16 is one of the best on the market
Touchpad is good to glide on and there's always the track point if you prefer that instead
Useful upgrades: plenty of memory and storage upgrades available for most users
Thermal cooling is excellent, whatever is thrown at it at maximum load
The keyboard is brilliant backed up by a smooth touchpad and useful trackpoint

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo LOQ 16

The Lenovo LOQ 16 is a budget-friendly laptop that offers impressive performance for its price point. With a Ryzen 7 chip and Nvidia GPU, this laptop delivers excellent gaming capabilities and can handle demanding tasks with ease. However, it falls short in some areas, such as display color gamut, port selection, and overall build quality. Still, for those on a tight budget looking for a reliable and powerful laptop, the LOQ 16 is definitely worth considering.

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a behemoth of a mobile workstation that promises unparalleled performance and durability. With Intel HX processors and Nvidia RTX Ada Lovelace GPUs, it delivers blistering speeds that can handle even the most demanding tasks. A vibrant 165Hz display, ergonomic keyboard, and smooth touchpad round out its impressive feature set. However, this behemoth comes with some notable drawbacks, including a gargantuan design, lack of an RJ45 Ethernet port, and limited storage options. Can it live up to its promises despite these caveats?

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