Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ is a winner as well as a better price.
- For performance Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ has a lot better performing processor. ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 offers more memory.
- Z1ML00053 comes with macOS and ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 with Windows 11 Pro.
- Z1ML00053 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 features a bigger display. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
- Z1ML00053 has a bigger SSD.
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare specifications
| Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Apple M5 Max 18 Core | Intel Core Ultra 7 366H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 36gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell |
| Screen size | |
| 14″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 6k (6016 x 3384 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches |
| (31.27 x 22.12 x 1.55 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.7 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 25, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $7,009.00 | $5,199.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $7,009.00 | $5,199.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ vs other Macbooks:
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ summary
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 is a great value laptop released in 2026. It has a very good Apple processor, but less RAM than competitors for its price. 6k resolution is very good for the 14″ screen. The 8000gb SSD storage is a very good amount.
(CTO) Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro: M5 Max chip w 18-core CPU - 32-core GPU, 36GB, 8TB, Space Black, 96W - Z1ML00053 - (2026)
(CTO) Configure to Order Mac: Upgraded from base specifications.
Preconfigured with 36GB memory and 8TB SSD Drive
Liquid Retina XDR 14" Display
Supercharged by M5: Apple M5 Max 18C CPU - 32C GPU chip
ASIN: B0GSXB7B76
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, however enough memory for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics card which is lackluster great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is remarkable for the 16-inch IPS display. The 2000gb SSD storage is adequate leaves room for improvement. It is very portable at only 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Ultra 7 366H vPro 16C -(64GB RAM || 2TB SSD), 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), 800nits, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 11 Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 7 366H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.60 GHz P-cores up to 4.80 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 16" WQUXGA (UHD+) (3840 x 2400) IPS, 16:10 aspect ratio, 800nit, antiglare, 100% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400, Dolby Vision, X-Rite Factory Color Calibration, TÜV Eyesafe certified low blue light ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation 8GB GDDR7 with up to 572 TOPS AI performance
Dimensions: (WxDxH)354.4 x 241.2 x 17.05 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.82 kg (4.03 lbs)
[Upgrade] will open the box to upgrade the RAM and the hard drive to PCIe-NVMe Solid State Drive. The hard drive upgrade won't affect manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HHBKZ628