Comparison of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″
Comparison of Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″

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Comparison summary

  • Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ is hands-down winner while also being better priced.
  • For performance Z1ML00055 has a better performing processor.
  • ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 comes with Windows and Z1ML00055 with macOS.
  • Z1ML00055 has a higher resolution screen (6k).
  • ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 features a bigger display. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
  • ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a bigger SSD.
Compare technical specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)

Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″

2026 modelTrusted brandIPS screenHigh resolution
2026 modelTrusted brandThinHigh resolution

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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Intel Core Ultra 7 255HXApple M5 Max 18 Core
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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64gb64gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell-
Screen size
16″14″
Screen resolution
WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels)6k (6016 x 3384 pixels)
Weight
8 lbs (3.63 kg)-
Size (length x width x height)
14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches
(36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm)(31.27 x 22.12 x 1.55 cm)
Operating system (OS)
WindowsmacOS
Hard drives
4000gb SSD2000gb SSD
Release date
April 3, 2026March 27, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$5,199.00$5,040.00
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Laptop Dimensions

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)

14.3 in
36.32 cm
9.92 in
25.2 cm
Thickness: 0.82 in (2.08 cm)

Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″

12.31 in
31.27 cm
8.71 in
22.12 cm
Thickness: 0.61 in (1.55 cm)

Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″ vs other laptops:

18″
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90NR0MG1-M000S0
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 GPU2026 model128 GB RAMAMD CPUIPS screen
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18″
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90NR0MG1-M000S0
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 GPU2026 model128 GB RAMAMD CPUIPS screen
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16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Runs 80% of new games on recommended2026 model128 GB RAMi7 CPUIPS screenHigh resolution
$7,699.00
18″
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83EY006RUS
Runs 90% of new games on recommended RTX 5090 GPU2026 model64 GB RAMIPS screenHigh resolution
$5,899.99
16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
2026 modelTrusted brand128 GB RAMi9 CPUIPS screenSD card reader
$5,199.99
16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16
Lenovo ThinkPad P16
2026 modelTrusted brand64 GB RAMi7 CPUIPS screenHigh resolution
$5,299.99
$4,299.99
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It has an acceptable Intel processorand less than ideal memory for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16″ IPS display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable.

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 20C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) Non-Touch, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell, Backlit KYB, Windows Pro

Processor:Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.20 GHz)

Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance

Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7

Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D): 15.8mm – 20.9mm x 362mm x 252mm / 0.62″ – 0.82″ x 14.25″ x 9.92″ Weight: Starting at 2.54kg / 5.6lbs

[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: B0GVGGFBS8

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

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3
Apple MacBook Z1ML00055 14″