Dell Precision 3561 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Precision 3561 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Precision 3561 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3561 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust processing power

excellent connectivity options

durable build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

good battery life

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

costly base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3561 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3561 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm 36.5 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.466 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 25 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, DC dimming, 83.9% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 96 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T600 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features RGB camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection, hybrid IR camera
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 170 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3561 Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ExpressCharge Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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