Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1vsLenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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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 ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 delivers impressive performance with Intel Core i7 and i9 processors available.
The durable metal chassis with easy access to internals justifies the price point and offers reliable service.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 has a very bright and vibrant QHD+ display option available.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 boasts impressive features with switchable graphics and various port options available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
Winner
#104
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#106
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#108
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#622
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#133
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#135
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#249
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#251
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#744
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#747
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
#566
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#119
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
up to 48GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1280P
Intel Core i7-11850H
NVIDIA T550
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Laptop, 90W)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2280 M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo

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 ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

Strengths

Lenovo has finally reached the potential they had always promised with the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4.
The laptop features some pretty serious dedicated graphics on board, including Intel Core i7 and Core i9 H-series processors.
You have a great selection of ports to choose from, which is a relief in these days when some laptops are going USB-C.
The optional 5G feature is a nice touch for those who need it.
The durable build quality is classic ThinkPad and feels totally worth the look.
The keyboard is very tactile and feels good to type on, with 1.8mm of key travel.
The battery life is decent, lasting around 9 hours in light productivity work scenarios.

Weaknesses

The price starts at $1,770 for a Core i7 and 3050 TI GPU configuration, which can get quite pricey for the top-of-the-line model with the 3080 and i9 processor.
If you want to upgrade to the 3080 GPU, it's tied to the Core i9 processor in the US, which might be a drawback for some users.
The trackpad feels fine, but it's not particularly noteworthy compared to other laptops.
The keyboard travel feels slightly shorter than usual, although typing on it was still pleasant.
The battery life could be better in more demanding scenarios.
The configuration options can be limited if you want specific features like the 3080 GPU with a Core i7 processor.
The ThinkPad look might not be to everyone's taste.
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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 ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is a powerhouse of a laptop that finally reaches its full potential. With Intel Core i7 and i9 H-series processors, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding tasks. The addition of dedicated graphics options, including the RTX 3060 and 3080, makes it an ideal choice for creative professionals and gamers. A stunning 16:10 display with QHD+ and 4K resolution options rounds out this impressive package.

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