Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

good thermal management

reliable security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive CPU performance

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics capability

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.469 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black paint Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1185G7 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro T500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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