Dell Precision 3580 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Precision 3580 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Precision 3580 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3580 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

reliable performance

decent battery life

good connectivity options

heavy and bulky

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive thermal management

good battery life

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

limited GPU options

average display brightness

costlier than rivals

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3580 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3580 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.28 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 1.613 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Grey Villi black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Colour Support 262,144 colours -
Features Anti-glare, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch, Low Blue Light technology, Dell ComfortView Plus, 6-bit Colour Depth Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 18 MB 18 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 5200 MHz 7500 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 7500 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A500 NVIDIA RTX A500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes
Resolution 2.07 Megapixel 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Weight 220 g -
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 100 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 100-key Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence), Dell Additional Softwares NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3580 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Single pointing, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Carbon Footprint 327 kg carbon emissions -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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