Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1vsLenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

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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 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 ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#139
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Winner
#138
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#216
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#213
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#132
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#129
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#248
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#246
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#743
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#739
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#565
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
#561
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
up to 128GB
up to 192GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 4000GB HDD
Intel Core i9-13980HX
Intel Core i9-13980HX
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation (80W)
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 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 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 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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