Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1vsLenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5

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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 offers significant performance upgrades with AMD Ryzen and M2 PCIe SSD features.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a solid build quality with minimal flexing despite weighing only 4.34 pounds.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1's display offers improved color accuracy and overall visual quality significantly.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen processor with impressive specs.
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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
ThinkPad P1 Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 delivers explosive flagship performance with rapid and smooth processing power always.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5's build is a masterclass in durability and performance quality.
The stunning X-ray calibration UHD+ display with wide viewing angles is a highlight of the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 laptop.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 boasts impressive features including a dedicated Nvidia GeForce RTX GPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Winner
#185
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#188
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#214
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#243
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#130
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#141
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#356
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#252
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#740
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#758
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#562
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
#575

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5
up to 40GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U
Intel Core i9-12900H
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Strengths

The processor with built-in Graphics is under a heat sink and the fan blows through, keeping it cool.
The new display panel looks a lot better than the previous one, with improved quality.
The performance is better than before, as seen in the benchmark results.
The backlit keyboard is high-quality and still really good.
The aluminum top and bottom case are durable and well-made.
The graphite black 65 watt USBC power adapter is efficient and compact.
The Windows 11 Pro 64-bit operating system is up-to-date and reliable.
The weight of the laptop, at 4.34 pounds, is reasonable for its size.

Weaknesses

The bump out for the webcam looks funky and may get caught on things.
The webcam's shutter may be prone to tearing or damage.
The chassis has some plastic clips and mounts that can be frustrating to deal with.
The RAM is under a cover, which makes it harder to upgrade or access.
The M2 drive is short and won't fit longer drives, limiting customization options.
The lack of ddr5 RAM in this model may make it less competitive in terms of performance.
The thermal pad for the M2 drive can be a bit tricky to deal with.
The webcam's position on the top of the laptop may cause issues with durability and aesthetics.

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5

Strengths

Explosive Flagship performance with the vapor chamber Cooling and top components like the i7 12800 H CPU ddr5 memory pcie Gen 4 x 4 SSD and an Nvidia RTX 3070 TI GPU
The gorgeous screen, X-ray calibration UHD plus display panel is gorgeous to review and use with wide viewing angles bright touchscreen and Pen friendly
One m.2 slot if you opt for the higher graphics cards inside the P1 Gen 5 you gain the vapor cooling chamber for better performance but you'd lose the secondary m.2 slot
The battery life may be weak, but fast charging gives a 50 charge in 30 minutes, and the rather large 230 watt power adapter is convenient
Excellent attention to detail in the Rock Solid chassis with amazing build quality
The free revving engine runs really hot and loud, but expect blisteringly fast processing power from the CPU GPU combo while working on the or aspiring 16-inch 4K display
A wide range of security tools up its sleeve including a webcam privacy shutter touch fingerprint reader located on the power button D TPM 2.0 security chip IR camera for Windows hello authentication and a nano Kensington lock

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 is the latest addition to the popular business laptop series. This upgraded model boasts a 16-inch display, replacing the previous 15.6-inch variant. Inside, you'll find an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U processor, Radeon graphics, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD. The aluminum top and bottom case provide durability, while a 65W USB-C power adapter keeps it powered on the go. With Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, this laptop is ready to take on demanding tasks with ease.

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 is a powerhouse mobile workstation that delivers blisteringly fast performance with its Intel Core i7 CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 TI GPU. Its 16-inch 4K display shines bright, while the vapor chamber cooling system keeps temperatures in check. But does its remarkable speed come at the cost of battery life and noise levels? This review delves into the pros and cons of this premium mobile workstation, exploring its strengths and weaknesses to help you decide if it's the right fit for your needs.

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