Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) vs Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell is outright better laptop for gaming but Dell Precision 7780 17″ is a bit better deal.
- For performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell has a superior processor.
- Precision 7780 has Windows 11 Pro, which is better and safer than Windows 11 that is in ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell features a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- For displaying graphics Precision 7780 has a better graphics card.
- Precision 7780 has a bigger screen. For carrying Precision 7780 is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell has a larger SSD for storage.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) | Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core i9-13950HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 5 lbs (2.27 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.25 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 15.67 x 10.44 x 1.03 inches |
| (36.19 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (39.8 x 26.52 x 2.62 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,099.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,099.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell / Dell Precision 7780 17″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, however a decent amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics card which is subpar well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. 3.2K resolution is decent for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. The 2000gb SSD storage is okay leaves room for improvement. It is quite hefty at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3【NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell】 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 20C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000) OLED Touch, 600 nits Backlit KYB, Win11 Pro (128GB RAM + 2TB SSD)
Processor:Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.20 GHz)
RAM : 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB 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: B0HJX2XZ52
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17) summary
Dell Precision 7780 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, however a good amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation graphics card that is underwhelming for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ screen. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors. It is very easy to carry at only 5 lbs (2.27 kg).
Dell Precision 7780 Mobile Workstation - 17.3" FHD 500-nits Display - Intel Core i9-13950HX 24-Core (13th Gen) - 512GB SSD - 128GB DDR5 RAM - NV RTX 4000 ADA (12GB GDDR6) - Windows 11 pro
Dell 17.3" Mobile Precision 7780 Laptop - NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation 12GB GDDR6
Intel Core 13th Generation i9-13950HX Processor (24 Core, Up to 5.50GHz, 36MB Cache, 55W)-Intel vPro Enterprise Technology Enabled
17 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Wide View Angle Anti-Glare 60Hz 500-nits 99% DCI-P3 ComfortView Plus Low Blue Light Non-Touch Display
128GB Up to 5600MHz DDR5 Non-ECC CAMM Module - 512GB PCIe M.2 NVMe Gen 4 Class 40 Solid State Drive -Single Pointing Palmrest with Contacted SmartCard Reader,without Fingerprint Reader and NFC
Windows 11 Pro - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 + Bluetooth - 6-Cell, 93 WHr Lithium Ion Battery - FHD IR Camera with Shutter, ExpressSign-In, Intelligent Privacy and Microphone-US English Backlit Keyboard
ASIN: B0CD65JNYV