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ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

2023 · Windows 11 Pro

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CPU95
GPU82
Display65
Memory90
Connect70
Portable53

Configuration

Scores

80+ Excellent60+ Good40+ Fair
Perf
95
Top 1% of ThinkPad
Single
90
Multi
98
GPU
82
Top 1% of ThinkPad
Display
65
Top 9% of ThinkPad
Memory
90
Top 1% of ThinkPad
Connect
70
Top 1% of ThinkPad
Port
53
Top 100% of ThinkPad
Value
37

Swiss Prices

Digitecsale
15.06.2024· Digitec Galaxus Days 2024
CHF 3’899
Digitecretail
15.11.2024
CHF 4’299
Lenovo CHmsrp
10.11.2024
CHF 4’699
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Specifications

CPUIntel Core i9-13980HX (24C/32T, 5.6 GHz, 55W)
Display16" 4K+ IPS · 60Hz · 600 nits
RAM64GB DDR5-4800 (4 slots) · max 128GB
Storage1 TB NVMe (2 slots)
GPUNVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada 16GB · discrete
Battery94 Wh
Weight2.67 kg
Ports2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm, SD Express, Mini DisplayPort
WirelessWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Input6-row with numpad · Backlit · TrackPoint

Form Factor

16.0"360 mm253 mmSide Profile25 mm
2.67 kg|360 × 253 × 25 mm|2.3 L
2.67 kgWeight
94WhBattery
16"Screen
8portsTotal I/O
I/O Breakdown
2x Thunderbolt 42x USB-A 3.2HDMI 2.1Mini DisplayPort3.5mmSD Express
Wi-Fi 6EBluetooth 5.36-row with numpad · Backlit · TrackPoint

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RAM

4 slots · DDR5-4800 · Max 128GB

Storage (Slot 1)
Storage (Slot 2)
Memory Score
Current
90

Performance Overview

Hardware Guide

Use Case Fit

OverkillOffice / Productivity
OverkillSoftware Development
OverkillGaming
OverkillVideo Editing
OverkillData Science / ML
OverkillVirtualization

Linux Compatibility

Kernel 6.2++
Wi-FiIntel AX211 — iwlwifi
GPU (iGPU)Intel Iris Xe — i915
GPU (dGPU)NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada — proprietary driver required
Fingerprintlibfprint supported
Audiosof-firmware
Fedora: Fedora 38+ with RPM Fusion. High-end NVIDIA needs proprietary stack.

Community-supported. Powerhouse workstation — NVIDIA setup required.

Analysis

DeveloperCreative WorkDesktop ReplacementLight Gaming

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a 2023 mobile workstation engineered for professional compute tasks. It pairs a Intel Core i9-13980HX with 64 GB upgradeable DDR5 and a 4K+ IPS panel at 16". At 2.67 kg with a 94 Wh battery, it is desk-friendly.

Strengths

  • Bright 600-nit display
  • 64 GB memory for heavy multitasking
  • User-upgradeable RAM (4 SODIMM slots)
  • Dual M.2 storage slots
  • 1 TB+ onboard storage
  • Large 94 Wh battery for all-day use
  • 2x Thunderbolt 4 for docking and eGPU
  • SD card reader
  • Discrete NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada GPU (16 GB VRAM)
  • Capable of heavy gaming at 1080p
  • High-performance 24-core CPU
  • TrackPoint pointing stick

Limitations

  • No built-in Ethernet
  • Heavy at 2.67 kg
  • Community-only Linux support (no official certification)

Analysis derived from public PSREF specifications

Editorial Notes

The P16 Gen 2 is Lenovo's 16-inch mobile workstation flagship. The i9-13980HX with RTX 5000 Ada delivers desktop-class performance. 4 DIMM slots supporting 128 GB DDR5 and dual NVMe slots make it the most expandable ThinkPad available.

Known Issues

At 2.67 kg it is a desktop replacement, not a portable. The 55W CPU and discrete GPU generate substantial heat — fan noise is constant under workstation loads. The 94 Wh battery depletes rapidly under GPU load.

Swiss Market

Positioned for Swiss engineering firms, architecture practices, and post-production studios. ISV-certified for major CAD/CAM software. Premium pricing — typically CHF 4000+.

Linux

Community-supported. The RTX 5000 Ada requires NVIDIA proprietary drivers. Hybrid graphics requires PRIME configuration. Best with a dedicated Linux workstation setup.