Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4vsLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8

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Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
ThinkPad P14s Gen 4

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 offers significant performance upgrades, delivering smooth gaming and productivity experiences always.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4's build quality feels solid and premium, making it a great option overall.
The standout display feature of ThinkPad P14s is its stunning OLED screen with high color accuracy and resolution.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 boasts impressive features including OLED display and precise keyboard controls.
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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
ThinkBook 14 Gen 8

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 delivers impressive performance for its price point effectively.
The ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 boasts an impressively solid and durable build at its price point.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8's display is suitable for everyday tasks, but lacks brightness and color depth.
Upgradability features two SDIM RAM slots and two M.2 storage slots.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#64
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
Winner
#62
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#188
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
#348
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#105
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
#97
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#239
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
#236
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#295
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
#286
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
#506
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
#496
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1370P
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4

Strengths

A lot of the times these business laptops just don't have nice screens, but the P14s Gen 4 has an OLED screen that's truly beautiful - matte, with good color gamut, high resolution, and fine details.
The Intel Core i7-1370P processor is still very powerful, making it a great option for productivity tasks and gaming.
The Nvidia A500 graphics are surprisingly capable, delivering good performance in both gaming and productivity tasks.
It has all the nice-to-haves that ThinkPads are known for, including a great keyboard and trackpoint nub.
You can play really demanding games like Hogwarts Legacy at 1200p native on medium settings with no dips, which is impressive for an A500 graphics card.
The matte OLED screen reduces reflections, making it perfect for indoor use.
The laptop's overall performance is rock-solid, making it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8

Strengths

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen8 I just might be the surprise winner in a crowded field of portable PCs.
It redefines what you can expect from a laptop under $1,200.
With two SDIM RAM slots and two M.2, 2280 storage slots, memory upgrades are both easy and flexible.
The Intel Core Ultra 7,255H processor powers through everyday tasks with ease and handles heavier workflows like multitasking, light content creation, and even some programming or design work.
The display is sharp at 1,920x1200 resolution and in the productivity-friendly 16:10 aspect ratio, it does the job just fine for reading, browsing, writing, or watching videos.
It shines with its array of ports, including Thunderbolt 4, a full-sized SD card reader, and RJ45 Ethernet.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4

The ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 is a powerhouse laptop that defies expectations. Initially, I thought it would be another generic ThinkPad workstation machine, but its potent combination of the Intel Core i7-1370P processor and NVIDIA GeForce A500 graphics has proven me wrong. This laptop delivers exceptional performance in both gaming and productivity tasks, making it an attractive option for those seeking a capable 14-inch machine.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 is a budget-friendly laptop that punches above its price tag. With a compact and durable design, this machine delivers performance and features that make it a strong contender in the portable PC market. Its upgradeability, powerful Intel Core processor, and decent battery life make it an ideal choice for students, freelancers, and small business users seeking a reliable daily driver.

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