Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Comparison summary
- Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ is hands-down winner as well as a better price.
- For performance Z1MZ00029 has a bit better performing processor.
- Z1MZ00029 comes with macOS and ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 with Windows.
- Z1MZ00029 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- Z1MZ00029 is thinner and more compact in size.
- Z1MZ00029 has a bigger SSD.
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Compare specifications
| Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ | 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 | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 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) | |
| 14.01 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches | 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches |
| (35.59 x 24.82 x 1.68 cm) | (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| macOS | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 27, 2026 | August 5, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,336.00 | $5,699.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,336.00 | $5,699.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Compare Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 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 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It has an impressive Intel CPU, however not as much memory for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is adequate for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 1000gb SSD storage is acceptable leaves room for improvement.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell, 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: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Ant-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz; Graphic Card: RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 12GB 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: B0HCQGBS4M