Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is hands-down better laptop however 3 offers better value.
- For performance 3 has a lot better performing processor. 2 contains more memory.
- 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying 2 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- 2 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) |
|---|---|
| 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 i9-13950HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | RTX 5000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 6, 2026 | September 3, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,599.00 | $7,999.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,599.00 | $7,999.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 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 excellent Intel processor, but not that much RAM for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is fine for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 2000gb SSD storage is good but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED Touch, 600 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB 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: 2 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: B0HD2CTGKG
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA002BUS) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a fairly priced Windows laptop released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, however enough memory for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is remarkable for the 16-inch display. The 4000gb SSD storage is acceptable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13950HX vPro, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) OLED Touch, 400 nits, 128GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13950HX vPro, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.5GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), OLED, Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Dolby Vision, Touch, HDR 500 True Black, 100%DCI-P3, 400 nits, 60 Hz, Low Blue Light; Graphic Card: RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6
Dimensions (WxDxH): 364 x 266 x 30.23 mm (14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches); Weight: Starting at 2.95 kg (6.5 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 Lenovo manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0CF73YGSR