Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- For graphics performance P16 Gen 3 has a better performing graphics card.
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is thinner and more compact in size.
- P1 Gen 8 16″ has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) |
|---|---|
| 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 Ultra 9 285H |
| 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 PRO 2000 Blackwell | RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 8 lbs (3.63 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches |
| (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 2, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $5,149.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $5,149.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 8 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It has a fine Intel processorand not that much memory for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is fine for the 16″ 120 Hz display. The 2000gb SSD storage is fine leaves room for improvement.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB 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: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz; Graphic Card: 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: B0HGCMSCSZ
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is passable for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is passable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED Touch 600 nits 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor :Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Processor with vPro (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz, P-cores up to 5.40 GHz with Turbo Boost, 16 Cores, 16 Threads, 24 MB Cache)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, 100%DCI-P3, 600 nits, VRR 40-120Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation 8GB GDDR7 with up to 572 TOPS AI performance
Dimensions: (WxDxH)354.4 x 241.2 x 17.05 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.84 kg (4.06 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 manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HD2BGJDC