Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″
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Comparison summary
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ is hands-down winner and a better deal.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- For graphics performance P1 Gen 9 has a better graphics card.
- P1 Gen 9 has a higher resolution screen (5k).
- For carrying P1 Gen 9 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX | 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 Generation | RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | 5k (5120 x 2880 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg) | 4.41 lbs (2 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.25 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches |
| (36.19 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 25, 2026 | August 24, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $4,899.00 | $4,599.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $4,899.00 | $4,599.00 |
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Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is an acceptable value laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a superb Intel CPU plus decent memory for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg). The 4000gb SSD storage is a superb amount. Only WUXGA resolution is not the best for the 16-inch IPS display.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, AI Workstatio, Ultra 9 285HX, RTX PRO 2000 | 64GB DDR5, 4TB SSD Gen5, 16" WUXGA IPS 500nits, 5.0MP + IR Camera Computer vision, Wi-Fi 7, WIn 11 Pro
PC Series: Lenovo 16" ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Laptop, AI-Ready Workstations; Operating system: Windows 11 Pro 64, AI-Powered PC
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 24T, Max Turbo up to 5.5GHz, 36MB Intel Smart Cache
Graphics: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation 8GB GDDR7 Laptop GPU; Display: 16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS 500nits Anti-glare, 100% sRGB, 60Hz, Low Power, Eyesafe, TÜV Low Blue Light
Memory: 64 GB (2x 32GB) SODIMM DDR5-5600 Non-ECC; Four DDR5 SODIMM slots, dual-channel capable; Max Memory: Models with ECC memory: Up to 128GB (4x 32GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 ECC); Models with Non-ECC memory: Up to 192GB (4x 48GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 Non-ECC)
Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0x4 Performance NVMe, Three M.2 slots ; One M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot; Two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots, Up to three M.2 2280 Gen 5 Performance SSD; up to 12TB, 4TB each
Communications: Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200, 802.11be 2x2 + BT5.4, vPro; Camera: 5.0MP + IR with Privacy Shutter and Computer Vision Human Presence Detection on ISP; Battery: 99.9Wh, 180W USB-C GaN (3-pin)
Ports & Slots 1x USB-A (USB 10Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2), Always On 1x USB-A (USB 10Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2) 2x Thunderbolt 5, with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB PD 3.1, 180W input / 15W output 1x Thunderbolt 4, with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB PD 3.1, 180W input / 15W output 1x HDMI 2.1, up to 8K/60Hz 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) 1x Ethernet (2.5GbE RJ-45) 1x SD Express 8.0 card reader 1x Kensington Nano Security Slot
ASIN: B0H9WFHNGW
ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ summary
ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a great value laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, but enough memory for its price. The laptop is easy to carry at only 4.41 lbs (2 kg). 5k resolution is superb for the 16″ IPS screen. The 2000gb SSD storage is acceptable.
2026 New ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Mobile Workstation AI Laptop 16" 4K UHD+ 800 nits Display Series 3 Ultra 7 366H 64GB RAM 2TB SSD Gen5 RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell GDDR7 Graphic RGB IR Cam Thunderbolt5 Win 11 Pro
Processor: Ultra 7 366H Processor with vPro (E-cores up to 3.60 GHz P-cores up to 4.80 GHz with Turbo Boost, 16 Cores, 16 Threads, 18 MB Cache)
Display: 16" WQUXGA (UHD+) (3840 x 2400) IPS, 16:10 aspect ratio, 800 nits, antiglare, 100% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400, Dol.by Vision, X-Rite FCC, TÜV Eye@safe Certified Low Blue Light
Memory: 64GB LPDDR5X-8533MT/s (CAMM2); Storage: 2TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance TLC Opal
Graphic Card: NVI-.DI.ARTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7 memory with up to 572 TOPS AI performance; Wireless: Wi-Fi 7 BE211 2x2 BE vPro & Blue@tooth 5.4
Camera: 5MP RGB+IR with Dual Microphone and Privacy Shutter, Computer Vision
Operating System: Win 11 Pro 64| Fingerprint Reader |Copilot Key| Backlit Keyboard(US) |Haptic Touchpad| Rapid Charge| 1-Week AimCare Technical Support
ASIN: B0HFRK66QL