Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8001FUS)
Comparison summary
- 8 16″ is the better value option.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ has a better performing processor.
- For carrying 8 16″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- 9 16″ has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8001FUS)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8001FUS) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 386H | Intel Core Ultra 7 265H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | - |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | - |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.65 lbs (3.02 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 13.9 x 9.5 x 0.81 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (35.31 x 24.13 x 2.06 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 6, 2026 | March 16, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,369.00 | $5,229.42 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,369.00 | $5,229.42 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 6 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8001FUS)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ 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 CPU plus also less memory than competitors 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 monitor. Your 4000gb SSD storage is acceptable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED 64GB RAM CAMM2, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.70 GHz P-cores up to 4.90 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display :16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz ; 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: B0HLB431T1
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8001FUS) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.65 lbs (3.02 kg). 3.2K resolution is satisfactory for the 16″ 120 Hz display. Your 2000gb SSD storage is decent leaves room for improvement.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 21Q8001FUS 16" Touchscreen Mobile Workstation - 3.2K - 120 Hz - Intel Core Ultra 7 265H - vPro Technology - Intel Evo Platform - 64 GB - 2 TB SSD - English Keyboard
Release Month: September
Release Year: 2025
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 7
ASIN: B0GDVMLHSW