Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- For carrying Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is lighter and more compact in size.
- P16 Gen 3 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | - |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.7 lbs (3.04 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 13.9 x 9.5 x 0.81 inches |
| (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (35.31 x 24.13 x 2.06 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 18, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,999.00 | $6,402.33 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,999.00 | $6,402.33 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days 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″ (21Q80020US)
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 good value Windows laptop released in 2026. It has a very good Intel processor plus plenty of memory for its price. The laptop is quite heavy at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is ok for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 4000gb SSD storage is decent.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 128GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell, Backlit KYB, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.60 GHz P-cores up to 5.40 GHz)
Memory: 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 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 3000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 12GB 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: B0HFQCY47V
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 6.7 lbs (3.04 kg). 3.2K resolution is fine for the 16-inch 120 Hz monitor. The 2000gb SSD storage is okay could be better.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 21Q80020US 16" Touchscreen Mobile Workstation - 3.2K - 120 Hz - Intel Core Ultra 9 285H - Intel Evo Platform - 64 GB - 2 TB SSD - English Keyboard - Black
Release Month: September
Release Year: 2025
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 9
ASIN: B0GK8J1MKW