Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) vs Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Comparison summary
- Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ is hands-down winner as well as a better price.
- For performance Z1MZ00029 has a lot better performing processor. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 offers more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and Z1MZ00029 with macOS.
- Z1MZ00029 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
- Z1MZ00029 is thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) | Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-13950HX | Apple M5 Max 18 Core |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX 5000 Ada Generation | - |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| 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 | 14.01 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (35.59 x 24.82 x 1.68 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | macOS |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 3, 2024 | March 27, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,399.00 | $5,336.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,399.00 | $5,336.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / Apple MacBook Z1MZ00029 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, however a good amount of memory for its price. The laptop has the RTX 5000 Ada Generation graphics card which is underwhelming for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is remarkable for the 16-inch display. The 4000gb SSD storage is acceptable leaves room for improvement. It is quite hefty at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg).
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
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