Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is hands-down winner for gaming as well as a better price.
- For performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 comes with Windows and Precision 7780 with Windows 11 Pro.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For graphics performance Precision 7780 has a superior graphics card.
- Precision 7780 features a bigger display. For portability Precision 7780 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core i9-13950HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 5 lbs (2.27 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 15.67 x 10.44 x 1.03 inches |
| (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (39.8 x 26.52 x 2.62 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| April 3, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,699.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,699.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Dell Precision 7780 17″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, however a decent amount of memory for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics card that is underwhelming well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16″ IPS display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable leaves room for improvement. It is quite on the heavier side at 8 lbs (3.63 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 20C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) Non-Touch, 800 nits, 128GB 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: 128 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: B0GVGMJGB4
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17) summary
Dell Precision 7780 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, however a good amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation graphics card that is underwhelming for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ screen. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors. It is very easy to carry at only 5 lbs (2.27 kg).
Dell Precision 7780 Mobile Workstation - 17.3" FHD 500-nits Display - Intel Core i9-13950HX 24-Core (13th Gen) - 512GB SSD - 128GB DDR5 RAM - NV RTX 4000 ADA (12GB GDDR6) - Windows 11 pro
Dell 17.3" Mobile Precision 7780 Laptop - NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation 12GB GDDR6
Intel Core 13th Generation i9-13950HX Processor (24 Core, Up to 5.50GHz, 36MB Cache, 55W)-Intel vPro Enterprise Technology Enabled
17 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Wide View Angle Anti-Glare 60Hz 500-nits 99% DCI-P3 ComfortView Plus Low Blue Light Non-Touch Display
128GB Up to 5600MHz DDR5 Non-ECC CAMM Module - 512GB PCIe M.2 NVMe Gen 4 Class 40 Solid State Drive -Single Pointing Palmrest with Contacted SmartCard Reader,without Fingerprint Reader and NFC
Windows 11 Pro - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 + Bluetooth - 6-Cell, 93 WHr Lithium Ion Battery - FHD IR Camera with Shutter, ExpressSign-In, Intelligent Privacy and Microphone-US English Backlit Keyboard
ASIN: B0CD65JNYV