Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

expandable memory and storage

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

loud fan noise

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive CPU performance

good battery life

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

basic display quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.544 cm x 28.081 cm x 3.325 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 3.5 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 160° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10400H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - SK Hynix 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA Quadro T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 94 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt, 20 V 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes 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 P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 1 (20SQ) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21BT)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Carbon Footprint - 258 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 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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