Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SN0040US) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is hands-down winner and offers more value.
- For performance P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing processor.
- P17 Gen 1 comes with Windows 10 Pro and P16 Gen 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance P16 Gen 2 has a lot faster graphics card.
- P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- P17 Gen 1 features a bigger display. For carrying P17 Gen 1 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- P16 Gen 2 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SN0040US)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SN0040US) | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-10750H | Intel Core i7-14700HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Quadro T1000 | RTX 2000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 17.3″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7.72 lbs (3.5 kg) | 10.1 lbs (4.58 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 16.4 x 11.1 x 1.31 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (41.66 x 28.19 x 3.33 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 28, 2026 | August 12, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,899.99 | $2,649.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,899.99 | $2,649.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SN0040US)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other Intel i7 laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SN0040US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 is a laptop with Windows 10 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 7.72 lbs (3.5 kg). Merely Full HD resolution is subpar for the 17″ monitor. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 20SN0040US 17.3" Mobile Workstation - Full HD - 1920 x 1080 - Intel Core i7 10th Gen i7-10750H Hexa-core (6 Core) 2.60 GHz - 32 GB RAM - 512 GB SSD - Black
Intel Core i7 2.60 GHz processor provides lightning fast speed and peak performance for the toughest of tasks and games
With 32 GB of memory, runs as many programs as you want without losing the execution
Exceptionally large 17.3" diagonal display provides 1920 x 1080 resolution
NVIDIA Quadro T1000 Up to 4 GB discrete graphic card provides excellent ability in a variety of multimedia applications and user experiences
Windows 10 Pro comes with improved 2 x 2 snapping, helps you make more productive at work
ASIN: B09MDH41TF
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has a fantastic Intel processor and decent RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 2000 Ada Generation GPU that is unremarkable great for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. WQUXGA resolution is fantastic for the 16″ IPS monitor. The 1000gb SSD storage is fine could be better. It is quite heavy at 10.1 lbs (4.58 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i7-14700HX, 20C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), 800 nits, 60Hz, 32GB RAM DDR5, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor:14th Generation Intel Core i7-14700HX Processor (E-cores up to 3.90 GHz P-cores up to 5.50 GHz)
Memory: 32 GB DDR5-4000MHz (SODIMM) - (2 x 16 GB); Storage: 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance TLC Opal
Display16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight
Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6
Color: Storm Grey
ASIN: B0D8MVHPZ8