Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0010US) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- P16 Gen 3 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- P1 Gen 8 16″ has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0010US)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0010US) | 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 285HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 6.7 lbs (3.04 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.9 x 9.5 x 0.81 inches | |
| (35.31 x 24.13 x 2.06 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 24, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $7,089.00 | $6,401.23 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $7,089.00 | $6,401.23 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ vs other Intel laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0010US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a good value laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a remarkable Intel CPU for its price. WQUXGA resolution is remarkable for the 16-inch screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is satisfactory but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 21RQ0010US 16" Mobile Workstation - WQUXGA - Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX - vPro Technology - 32 GB - 1 TB SSD - English (US) Keyboard - Black - Intel Chip - Windows 11 Pro - NVI
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 9
Processor Model: 285HX
vPro Technology: Yes
ASIN: B0HB7S26P8
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