Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR). 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.

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 P15v Gen 1 (20TR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good thermal management

reliable performance

heavy and bulky

mediocre battery life

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.42 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.07 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black paint Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45%
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel WM490
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
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 - Toshiba
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
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 P620 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
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 Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.8 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
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 P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QT) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
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 P15v Gen 1 (20TR)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable 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, smart card 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-810G tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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