Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Comparison summary
- P1 Gen 9 16″ is the better value option.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- P1 Gen 9 16″ has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- P1 Gen 9 16″ is thinner and more compact in size.
- P1 Gen 9 16″ has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) |
|---|---|
| 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 7 366H |
| 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 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 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 | |
| 1000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 5, 2026 | August 24, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,699.00 | $5,449.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,699.00 | $5,449.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 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 an impressive Intel CPU, however not as much memory for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is adequate for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 1000gb SSD storage is acceptable leaves room for improvement.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 64GB RAM, 1TB 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: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Ant-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, 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: B0HCQGBS4M
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, but enough memory for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell video card which is not the best for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is exceptional for the 16-inch IPS screen. The 4000gb SSD storage is passable but could be higher. It is quite heavy at 8 lbs (3.63 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 7 366H vPro, 16C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), 800nits, 64GB RAM CAMM2, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 7 366H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.60 GHz P-cores up to 4.80 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7
Dimensions: Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D) 9.87 - 15.8mm x 354.40mm x 241.2mm / 0.39 - 0.62ʺ x 13.95ʺ x 9.49ʺ Weight: Starting at less than 2kg/ 4.41lbs
[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: B0HFTC272B