Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1vsLenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1

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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 P16v Gen 1
ThinkPad P16v Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1's performance is average for its price point, making it hard to recommend overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1's excellent build quality is one of its strongest and most notable features overall.
The disappointing display panel of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 is a significant drawback and oversight.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 offers impressive features, including a powerful Intel Core i5 processor and robust security options.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
Winner
#139
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#140
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#216
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#364
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#132
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#271
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#248
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#59
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#743
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#750
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
#565
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
#570

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1
up to 128GB
up to 96GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13980HX
Intel Core i9-13900H
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
NVIDIA RTX A500 (Laptop, 35W)
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 P16v Gen 1

Strengths

The keyboard is incredibly comfortable to type on for long hours thanks to the well-spaced out ThinkPad keys and choice of trackpoint or trackpad.
Cooling with dual cooling fans compared to the single one in the p15v the p16v has excellent thermal management to keep the components cool when taxed.
The keyboard is incredibly comfortable to type on for long hours thanks to the well-spaced out ThinkPad keys and choice of trackpoint or trackpad.
Plenty of upgrade options compared to the soldered on devices out there two memory slots up to 96 gigabytes ddr5 and dual m.2 nvme SSD slots
Great built quality, solid, well put together, and dependable
Excellent keyboard, plethora of security tools, and plenty of i o ports to play with two Thunderbolt 4 USBC ports, two USB type A ports, HDMI, an SD card reader
Upgradeability is excellent with two ddr5 sodium slots and two m.2 pcie times four slots

Weaknesses

The base model display panel on the p16v is relatively poor value, you have to pay another £80 or $100 to get the nicer 100 srgb panel
Battery life is poor considering there's a fairly large 90 watt hour battery inside
The Dual fans are noisy even with the integrated GPU and Intel i5 processor
The p16v doesn't give much value for its price tag especially when you start adding the upgrade options for a bit more cash
You can get a better display and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU inside for the same price with a Thinkbook 16p Gen 4
The display is below average at this price point, especially when you can get 100 DCI P3 panels for less money elsewhere
It's missing an ethernet port, which might be a dealbreaker for some users
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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 P16v Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 is a mixed bag in the value mobile workstation category. While it boasts great built quality, an excellent keyboard, and plenty of security tools, its underpowered Intel Core i5-13500H and integrated graphics are a letdown for professionals seeking value for money. The display, although decent, falls short of expectations at this price point, making it hard to recommend in a crowded market with better alternatives. Can Lenovo's latest workstation overcome these shortcomings?

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