Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB)
Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) and Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN). 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 P72 (20MB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

expandable memory and storage

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

moderate battery life

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) and Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.1 cm x 2.94 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm
Weight 3.4 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9400H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel CM246
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
Empty Slots 3 3
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P600 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V Intel I219-LM
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 99 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MB) Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QN)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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