Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1vsLenovo LOQ 16

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
ThinkPad P16 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 delivers impressive performance comparable to high-end workstations overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 has a sturdy and durable build despite being surprisingly bulky.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1's display boasts vibrant 4K visuals with impressive peak brightness of 740 nits.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 boasts powerful features including HX series processors and RTXA GPUs primarily.
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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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
Winner
#139
Lenovo LOQ 16
#141
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#216
Winner
Lenovo LOQ 16
#220
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#132
Winner
Lenovo LOQ 16
#274
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#248
Lenovo LOQ 16
#151
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#743
Winner
Lenovo LOQ 16
#756
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#565
Winner
Lenovo LOQ 16
#574

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo LOQ 16
up to 128GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13980HX
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 115W)
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1

Strengths

The ThinkPad p16 is built Anew from the ground up to accommodate a larger 16-inch display as well as more powerful HX series Alder Lake processors and RTXa series GPUs.
The laptop's use of various materials, such as aluminum, magnesium, chromium, plastic, glass fibers, makes it durable but also quite bulky at 2.95 kilograms.
The keyboard has long key travel, feels tactile, and is spill-resistant with a backlight, making typing as good as it gets.
The front-firing speakers produce surprisingly good audio while being clear of deviations, making music and movies sound great.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 is designed to shake up the workstation market with its powerful features and durable build. This laptop boasts a 16-inch display, Alder Lake processors, and RTX A series GPUs, making it a powerhouse for demanding tasks. The P16's unique blend of materials, including aluminum, magnesium, and chromium, adds to its rugged charm, but also results in a bulky design with a weight of 2.95 kilograms.

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.

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