Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is hands-down better laptop however P1 Gen 8 16″ offers better value.
- For performance P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- For graphics performance P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying P16 Gen 2 is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Core i9-13950HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation | RTX 5000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 7, 2026 | September 3, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,149.00 | $7,499.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,149.00 | $7,499.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is passable for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is passable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED Touch 600 nits 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor :Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Processor with vPro (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz, P-cores up to 5.40 GHz with Turbo Boost, 16 Cores, 16 Threads, 24 MB Cache)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, 100%DCI-P3, 600 nits, VRR 40-120Hz ; 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 0.62 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.84 kg (4.06 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: B0HD2BGJDC
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a good value Windows laptop released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, however a good amount of memory for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is remarkable for the 16-inch display. The 4000gb SSD storage is acceptable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13950HX vPro, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) OLED Touch, 400 nits, 128GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13950HX vPro, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.5GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), OLED, Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Dolby Vision, Touch, HDR 500 True Black, 100%DCI-P3, 400 nits, 60 Hz, Low Blue Light; Graphic Card: RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 16GB 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.
ASIN: B0CF73YGSR