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ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 (Intel)

2024 · Windows 11 Pro

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CPU78
GPU45
Display43
Memory78
Connect68
Portable59

Configuration

Scores

80+ Excellent60+ Good40+ Fair
Perf
78
Top 5% of ThinkPad
Single
75
Multi
80
GPU
45
Top 5% of ThinkPad
Display
43
Top 33% of ThinkPad
Memory
78
Top 5% of ThinkPad
Connect
68
Top 7% of ThinkPad
Port
59
Top 97% of ThinkPad
Value
100

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Specifications

CPUIntel Core Ultra 7 155H (16C/22T, 4.8 GHz, 28W)
Display16" WQXGA IPS · 60Hz · 400 nits
RAM32GB DDR5-5600 (2 slots) · max 64GB
Storage512 GB NVMe (2 slots)
GPUNVIDIA RTX 500 Ada 4GB · discrete
Battery52.5 Wh
Weight1.73 kg
PortsThunderbolt 4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm, RJ45, SD card
WirelessWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Input6-row with numpad · Backlit · TrackPoint

Form Factor

16.0"360 mm253 mmSide Profile18 mm
1.73 kg|360 × 253 × 18 mm|1.6 L
1.73 kgWeight
52.5WhBattery
16"Screen
8portsTotal I/O
I/O Breakdown
Thunderbolt 4USB-C 3.22x USB-A 3.2HDMI 2.13.5mmRJ45SD card
Wi-Fi 6EBluetooth 5.36-row with numpad · Backlit · TrackPoint

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RAM

2 slots · DDR5-5600 · Max 64GB

Storage (Slot 1)
Storage (Slot 2)
Memory Score
Current
78

Performance Overview

Hardware Guide

Use Case Fit

OverkillOffice / Productivity
ExcellentSoftware Development
ExcellentGaming
ExcellentVideo Editing
ExcellentData Science / ML
ExcellentVirtualization

Linux Compatibility

Kernel 6.5++
Ubuntu 22.04 LTSRHEL 9.3
Wi-FiIntel AX211 — iwlwifi
GPU (iGPU)Intel Arc Graphics — i915
GPU (dGPU)NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada — nvidia/nouveau, proprietary recommended
Fingerprintlibfprint supported
Audiosof-firmware
Fedora: Fedora 39+ with RPM Fusion for NVIDIA drivers. Use nvidia-prime for GPU switching.

Certified. Discrete NVIDIA GPU requires proprietary drivers for best performance.

Analysis

DeveloperCreative WorkDesktop ReplacementIT FleetLight Gaming

The ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 (Intel) is a 2024 mobile workstation engineered for professional compute tasks. It pairs a Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 32 GB upgradeable DDR5 and a WQXGA IPS panel at 16". At 1.73 kg with a 52.5 Wh battery, it is desk-friendly.

Strengths

  • 32 GB memory for heavy multitasking
  • User-upgradeable RAM (2 SODIMM slots)
  • Dual M.2 storage slots
  • Thunderbolt 4 connectivity
  • Built-in Ethernet (RJ45)
  • SD card reader
  • Discrete NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada GPU (4 GB VRAM)
  • Handles medium gaming at 720p–1080p
  • Lenovo Linux-certified
  • High-performance 16-core CPU
  • TrackPoint pointing stick

Limitations

  • On the heavier side at 1.73 kg

Analysis derived from public PSREF specifications

Editorial Notes

The P16s Gen 3 brings Core Ultra to Lenovo's entry workstation line. ISV-certified software support distinguishes it from the T16. Display options up to 4K OLED serve colour-critical work. Dual storage slots and SODIMM RAM maintain serviceability.

Known Issues

The 'P' branding suggests workstation power but this is a 15W U-series platform — don't expect P16-class performance. The RTX 500 Ada discrete GPU option adds meaningful capability for professional applications.

Swiss Market

Positioned for Swiss architects and engineers who need ISV-certified drivers but don't require P16-class power. More affordable than the P1/P16.

Linux

Lenovo-certified. The optional NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada requires proprietary drivers on Linux. Intel-only configurations are simpler for Linux.