Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG) vs Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Comparison summary
- Dell Precision 7780 17″ is hands-down better laptop but Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ is a better deal.
- For performance Precision 7780 has a better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 comes with Windows and Precision 7780 with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance Precision 7780 has a better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- Precision 7780 features a bigger display. For portability Precision 7780 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG) | 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 9 386H | Intel Core i9-13950HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 5 lbs (2.27 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 15.67 x 10.44 x 1.03 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (39.8 x 26.52 x 2.62 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 27, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,099.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,099.00 | $5,950.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG)
Dell Precision 7780 17″ (Precision 17)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ / Dell Precision 7780 17″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite heavy at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is reasonable for the 16″ 120 Hz display. The 4000gb SSD storage is ok.
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Touch 600nits, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 5070 12GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.70 GHz P-cores up to 4.90 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM2) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
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 GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR7
Dimensions: (WxDxH)354.4 x 241.2 x 17.05 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.84 kg (4.06 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 manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HGC6JTZQ
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