Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1vsLenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
ThinkPad P16s Gen 1

Quick Stats

The ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 falls short in terms of performance despite using Alder Lake P-Series chips.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 has a solid build quality that is standard ThinkPad fare overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 has a decent display, but lacks accuracy for professional color work.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 boasts a range of features including a spill-resistant backlit keyboard.
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Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid delivers exceptional performance with seamless multitasking and responsive features always available.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid's build is sturdy and premium, characteristic of its high-end feel overall.
The standout feature of the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid is its vibrant and crisp OLED display.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid boasts dual cameras and wireless file sharing features prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#104
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
Winner
#100
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#108
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
#357
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#133
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
#44
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#249
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
#568
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#744
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
#70
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#566
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
#532
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid
up to 48GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1280P
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
NVIDIA T550
Intel Arc (8-Cores)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1

Strengths

Plenty of materials and combinations depending on which color you choose
Full-sized spill-resistant backlit keyboard offers an amazing typing experience
Front-firing speaker setup delivers quality audio with no major deviations across the frequency range
Alder Lake P-Series CPUs can still deliver plenty of performance with the 12-core Intel Core i5 1240p
Quadro T550 running at 30 watts is certainly better than the Intel iGPU solution

Weaknesses

Much less powerful Alder Lake P-Series chips compared to the traditional Lenovo ThinkPad p16 generation one
P16s isn't an efficiency champ as the 52.5 Watt hours battery pack lasts for only 7 hours and 15 minutes of web browsing or 6 hours and 9 Minutes of video playback
Performance is closely tied to the cooling, which can lead to more noise and compromised performance
The high price isn't backed up properly with the P16s Gen 1 as there are other business machines out there that deliver more performance for less
Display has only 51 srgb coverage making it not suitable for professional work with colors

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid

Strengths

The system is convenient to have two systems together instead of separate
The keyboard and stylus make it a great productivity tool for both Windows and Android
The easel and stylus are useful accessories for using on both systems
The price will be discounted often, making it more affordable
The system is perfect for those who want to use both Windows and Android
The Quick Share feature allows easy file sharing between Android and Windows
The Duet software lets you share your trackpad and keyboard with your Android tablet without physically connecting them
Lenovo has a good idea behind the ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid, even if it's overpriced

Weaknesses

The price is ridiculous, $3,500 for two systems combined is too high
The system can be replicated with Windows and Android separate at a lower cost
The cameras on the back are unnecessary and increase the weight and cost of the machine
Disconnecting the display locks Windows and ends any active calls or sessions
The system has continuity issues between the tablet and station, making it inconvenient to switch between systems
The cameras on the back take up valuable space and add unnecessary features
Lenovo's history of delivering timely Android updates is not great, and this may lead to outdated software
The price will scare off many potential buyers, making it hard for Lenovo to sell the system
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 is a sleek variant that deviates from its traditional counterpart with less power-hungry Alder Lake P-Series chips. This compromise raises the question: should you get it? The laptop boasts a classic ThinkPad design, offering various material combinations and a robust feature set, including a spill-resistant backlit keyboard and quadro T550 GPU. However, its performance is somewhat marred by mediocre cooling and battery life.

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid aims to blur the lines between laptops and tablets, but at what cost? This device combines a Windows laptop with an Android tablet, offering seamless transition between operating systems. However, its $3,500 price tag raises questions about value for money, especially when compared to buying separate devices. Does this innovative concept justify the hefty premium?

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