Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT). 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 P51 (20MN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

powerful processor

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavy and bulky

expensive

average battery life

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

good thermal management

reliable security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 2.67 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black paint
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
CPU Intel Xeon E3-1505MV5 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM238 Mobile Intel CM246
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 3 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro M2200 / Intel HD Graphics P530 NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.9 hours Up to 13.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt, 20 V 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 10 Pro for Workstations 64-bit Edition) + Windows 10 Pro for Workstations 64-bit Edition Licence Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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