Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Comparison summary
- T1g Gen 9 16″ is the better value option.
- For performance T1g Gen 9 16″ has a bit better performing processor.
- For carrying Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- T1g Gen 9 16″ has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG) | 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 386H | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| 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 | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | - |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.7 lbs (3.04 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 13.9 x 9.5 x 0.81 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (35.31 x 24.13 x 2.06 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 27, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,099.00 | $6,567.37 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,099.00 | $6,567.37 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ (21UG)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q80020US)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ 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
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