Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) vs Dell Pro Max 16 Plus
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ is hands-down better laptop but Dell Pro Max 16 Plus is a better deal.
- For performance Pro Max 16 Plus has a bit better performing processor. ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 contains more memory.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 comes with Windows and Pro Max 16 Plus with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying Pro Max 16 Plus is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) | Dell Pro Max 16 Plus |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 366H | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | RTX PRO 1000 Blackwell Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 5.63 lbs (2.55 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 14.17 x 10.18 x 0.75 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (35.99 x 25.86 x 1.9 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 25, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $4,549.00 | $4,199.21 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $4,549.00 | $4,199.21 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ / Dell Pro Max 16 Plus vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, though enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). WQUXGA resolution is great for the 16″ IPS monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable could be better.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 7 366H vPro, 16C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), 800nits, 64GB RAM CAMM2, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 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 : 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 ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7
Dimensions: Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D) 9.87 - 15.8mm x 354.40mm x 241.2mm / 0.39 - 0.62ʺ x 13.95ʺ x 9.49ʺ Weight: Starting at less than 2kg/ 4.41lbs
[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: B0HGBQQTNS
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus summary
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 1000 Blackwell Generation GPU that is weak great for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. Merely Full HD Plus resolution is subpar for the 16-inch IPS display. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors. It is quite bulky at 5.63 lbs (2.55 kg).
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus Laptop Ultra 9 285H 512GB 32GB RTX PRO 1000 16" FHD+ | Dell 3YR Warranty NVIDIA RTX 1000 PRO 8GB BLACKWELL WIFI 7 Win 11 PRO
Dell Pro Max 16 Plus Flagship Mobile Workstation Laptop | Brand New from Dell Including 3YR Dell Warranty
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, vPro Enterprise (24MB, 16 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.40 GHz Turbo, 45W) | 512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD | 32GB RAM
16" FHD+ Non Touch (1920x1200) IPS Display 400-Nit | NVIDIA RTX PRO 1000 Blackwell Generation, 8GB GDDR7
Integrated Copilot Mini LED Backlit Keyboard | Intel WIFI 7 BE201 + Bluetooth 5.1 | 6-Cell 96Whr Battery
SD-card Reader USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps) ports with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 2.1 Global Headset port Wedge-shaped lock slot HDMI 2.1 port (2) USB Type-C Thunderbolt 5 (80/120 Gbps) ports with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 2.1
ASIN: B0HF5JXBRY