Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK). 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 P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive CPU performance

good battery life

reliable security features

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive thermal management

good battery life

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

limited GPU options

average display brightness

costlier than rivals

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Villi black Villi black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 84% screen-to-body ratio, DC dimming Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U / 3.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology AMD PRO -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5X SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 7500 MHz 7500 MHz
Rated Speed 7500 MHz 7500 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 780M NVIDIA RTX A500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, far-field Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV Intel I219-V
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4/DisplayPort 1.4 (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 4 (21K5) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 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
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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