Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Comparison summary
- Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ is hands-down winner and offers more value.
- For performance Z1MZ00029 has a better performing processor.
- Z1MZ00029 comes with macOS and ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 with Windows.
- Z1MZ00029 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- Z1MZ00029 is thinner and smaller in size.
- Z1MZ00029 has a bigger SSD.
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare specifications
| Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) |
|---|---|
| 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 i9-13980HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 6k (6016 x 3384 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.01 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (35.59 x 24.82 x 1.68 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| macOS | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 27, 2026 | June 21, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,336.00 | $5,579.21 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,336.00 | $5,579.21 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other Macbooks:
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ summary
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 is a good value laptop released in 2026. It has an excellent Apple CPU, but not as much memory for its price. 6k resolution is excellent for the 16-inch screen. The 2000gb SSD storage is okay.
(CTO) Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro: M5 Max chip w 18-core CPU - 40-core GPU, 64GB, 2TB, Space Black, 140W - Z1MZ00029 - (2026)
(CTO) Configure to Order Mac: Upgraded from base specifications.
Preconfigured with 64GB memory and 2TB SSD Drive
Liquid Retina XDR 16" Display
Supercharged by M5: Apple M5 Max 18C CPU - 40C GPU chip
ASIN: B0GSX1K964
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation GPU that is poor well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is fantastic for the 16″ IPS screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is good but could be higher. It is quite heavy at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) IPS, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.6GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display: 16 WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight; Graphic Card: RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6
Dimensions (WxDxH): 364 x 266 x 30.23 mm (14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches); Weight: Starting at 2.95 kg (6.5 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 Lenovo manufacture warranty.
CPU Model Speed: 400 GHz | Keyboard Layout: Qwerty | Power Source Type: AC & Battery | Refresh Rate: 60 hertz
ASIN: B0CF39GQ35