Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a better laptop however Z1ML00053 offers better value.
- For performance Z1ML00053 has a bit better performing processor. ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 contains more memory.
- Z1ML00053 comes with macOS and ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 with Windows.
- Z1ML00053 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 features a bigger display. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- Z1ML00053 has a bigger SSD.
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Compare specifications
| Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) |
|---|---|
| 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 9 275HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 36gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
| Screen size | |
| 14″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 6k (6016 x 3384 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 8 lbs (3.63 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches | 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches |
| (31.27 x 22.12 x 1.55 cm) | (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| macOS | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 25, 2026 | March 19, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,991.00 | $8,148.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,991.00 | $8,148.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 6 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Compare Apple MacBook Z1ML00053 14″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 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 P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a fine value Windows laptop released in 2026. It has a great Intel processor plus plenty of memory for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is okay for the 16″ 120 Hz monitor. Your 2000gb SSD storage is fine could be better.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 128GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell 24GB GDDR7, Backlit KYB, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.60 GHz P-cores up to 5.40 GHz)
Memory: 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 600 nits, VRR 40-120Hz; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 24GB GDDR7
Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D): 15.8mm – 20.9mm x 362mm x 252mm / 0.62″ – 0.82″ x 14.25″ x 9.92″ Weight: Starting at 2.54kg / 5.6lbs
[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 Lenovo manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0GQJMF7N4