Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ001AUS) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Comparison summary
- 2 is the better value option.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a better performing processor.
- 3 comes with Windows 11 Pro and 2 with Windows.
- 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- 3 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ001AUS)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ001AUS) | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) |
|---|---|
| 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 i9-13980HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| - | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 24, 2026 | December 8, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $12,199.05 | $5,899.11 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $12,199.05 | $5,899.11 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 6 h agoIn stock |
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other touchscreen laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ001AUS) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a fine value touchscreen laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a superb Intel CPU for its price. 3.2K resolution is acceptable for the 16-inch display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is passable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 21RQ001AUS 16" Touchscreen Mobile Workstation - 3.2K - Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 128 GB - 4 TB SSD - English (US) Keyboard - Black - Intel Chip - Windows 11 Pro - NVIDIA RTX
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 9
Processor Model: 275HX
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
ASIN: B0HKV5R8Q4
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less RAM than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) IPS, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.6GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 2 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, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight; Graphic Card: RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 12GB 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: B0CF46M35M