Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″
Comparison summary
- Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ is hands-down winner and offers more value.
- For performance Z1ML00055 has a better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and Z1ML00055 with macOS.
- Z1ML00055 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 features a bigger display. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-13980HX | Apple M5 Max 18 Core |
| 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″ | 14″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | 6k (6016 x 3384 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | - |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (31.27 x 22.12 x 1.55 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | macOS |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | March 27, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $5,040.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $5,040.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ vs other Intel i9 laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less RAM than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) IPS, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB 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: 2 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.
ASIN: B0CF46M35M
Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ summary
Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 is a laptop released in 2026. It has a great Apple CPU, but not as much memory for its price. 6k resolution is okay for the 14-inch screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher.
(CTO) Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro: M5 Max chip w 18-core CPU - 40-core GPU, 64GB, 2TB, Space Black, 96W - Z1ML00055 - (2026)
(CTO) Configure to Order Mac: Upgraded from base specifications.
Preconfigured with 64GB memory and 2TB SSD Drive
Liquid Retina XDR 14" Display
Supercharged by M5: Apple M5 Max 18C CPU - 40C GPU chip
ASIN: B0GSX164TJ