Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) vs. Dell Precision 3561

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) and Dell Precision 3561. 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 P51 (20MN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

powerful processor

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavy and bulky

expensive

average battery life

noisy under load

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) and Dell Precision 3561
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) vs. Dell Precision 3561 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm
Weight 2.67 kg 1.79 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 25 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
CPU Intel Xeon E3-1505MV5 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel CM238 Intel WM590
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 3 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro M2200 / Intel HD Graphics P530 NVIDIA T600
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Camera Features - RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 64 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt, 20 V 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 10 Pro for Workstations 64-bit Edition) + Windows 10 Pro for Workstations 64-bit Edition Licence Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (20MN) Dell Precision 3561
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge 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, MIL-STD-810G tested ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 80% (non-condensing)
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