Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6vsLenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5

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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
ThinkPad E14 Gen 6

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 delivers strong overall performance, suitable for demanding tasks and casual browsing efficiently.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 boasts impressive build quality, ensuring a reliable and durable laptop experience overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6's display is merely average, lacking vibrancy and color accuracy overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 offers upgraded Intel Core chip with lower power consumption and battery life.
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Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
ThinkBook 16p Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5 offers impressive performance with its Intel Core i9-14900HX processor leading the way.
The ThinkBook 16p Gen 5 boasts a compact yet powerful build with top-notch quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5 has an excellent display with superb visuals and a high refresh rate available.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5 boasts an impressive array of features to handle demanding tasks seamlessly.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
Winner
#63
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#68
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
#349
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#363
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
#99
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#136
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
#237
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#271
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
#289
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#748
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
#498
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
#120
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 7735U
Intel Core i9-14900HX
AMD Radeon 680M
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6

Strengths

The laptop has great speakers, upgraded from last year's model, which provide clear sound and a big improvement over previous versions.
The Intel Core chip variant is very power-efficient, lasting around 6-7 hours on battery life, even with relatively small battery size.
The laptop comes with a fast Samsung 980 Pro OEM NVMe storage, making it ideal for video editing or any other demanding tasks.
The ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 has a decent webcam that can handle nighttime lighting conditions and provides good image quality.

Weaknesses

The laptop's performance is not staggering, with a score of 9,371 on performance mode, which may not be sufficient for more demanding tasks or gamers.
The screen options are limited to just two choices, including the standard display and an upgraded 2.2k option, which may not be suitable for all users.
Some users may find the laptop's audio output to be too quiet, even with FX sound enabled, although this can be addressed by adjusting audio settings.
The laptop's Wi-Fi reception is average, and may vary depending on the user's location and surroundings.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5

Strengths

Raw processing power if you want raw processing power you can't get any better than in the Intel I-9 14900 HX
Good port selection: three USB typ a ports, two fast Thunderbolt 4 port, HDMI, headphone jack and SD card reader
Upgradeable memory with up to 64 GB of DDR5
Two PCIe 4 x 4 M.2 SSD slots handy if you need more storage or to use a secondary Cash Drive to speed up your workflows
Superb display with 100% DCI P3 XR color calibrated and 165 HZ refresh rate
Great upgrade options, making it almost mobile workstation level
NoODed option on one hand the display is superb

Weaknesses

Poor battery life, treat it like a workstation where it sits at a desk all the time
Large and heavy power brick that you have to make room for in your bag
1080p webcam for expensive content created workstation (anything over £1,000 or $1,300 should have a 5 megapixel or standard)
No RJ45 if you're transferring large files over the network
Poor battery life is below average at best
Large and heavy power brick is awkward if you need to move the laptop around daily
Battery life is not suitable for on-the-go use, more of a workstation
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 offers an excellent balance between quality and budget-friendliness. With its sleek design and impressive specs, this laptop is perfect for those who want a reliable device without breaking the bank. The Intel Core i5 processor provides seamless performance, while the upgraded speakers deliver clear sound. The battery life is also noteworthy, with up to 6 hours of use on a single charge. This laptop is ideal for students, professionals, and anyone in need of a dependable machine.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 5 is a powerful laptop that excels in raw processing performance, making it an ideal choice for content creators and professionals who require intense computing capabilities. Equipped with the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics, this laptop delivers top-notch performance in various tasks. However, its below-average battery life and bulky power adapter may be drawbacks for users seeking portability.

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