Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive CPU performance

good battery life

portable design

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

higher price point

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard comfort

advanced security features

heavyweight design

short battery life

high price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Product Type Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm 36.4 cm x 26.6 cm x 3.023 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.95 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom), aluminium alloy (top)
Colour Black Storm grey (top), thunder black (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 84% screen-to-body ratio, DC dimming Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming, 83.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12850HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 16-core
Cache 16 MB 25 MB
Chipset - Intel WM690
Platform Technology AMD PRO -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 4
Empty Slots - 3
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost 2.0
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, far-field -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 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 Qualcomm NFA725A Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 170 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 (21J5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified
Carbon Footprint 222 kg carbon emissions -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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