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Lenovo ThinkPad P70

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Lenovo ThinkPad P70
Lenovo ThinkPad P70 (ThinkPad P1 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-6820HQ 4 x 2.7 - 3.6 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA Quadro M3000M - 4 GB VRAM, Core: 1050 MHz, Memory: 1253 MHz, GDDR5, ForceWare 354.25, Optimus
Memory
16 GB 
, DDR4-2133, 2x 8 GB, up to 64 GB
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixel, No, LEN4123, IPS, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel CM236 (Skylake PCH-H)
Storage
Samsung SSD PM871 MZNLN512HCJH, 512 GB 
, 400 GB free
Soundcard
Intel Skylake PCH-H High Definition Audio Controller
Connections
1 Express Card 34mm, 4 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm combo audio, Card Reader: 4-in-1 (MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC), 1 SmartCard, 1 Fingerprint Reader, TPM 1.2
Networking
Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 + LE
Optical drive
HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GUB0N
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 34.2 x 416 x 275.5 ( = 1.35 x 16.38 x 10.85 in)
Battery
96 Wh Lithium-Ion, removeable, 8 cells, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 10.8 h
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 720p
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo speakers (2x 2Watts), Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 230-Watt PSU, Quick-start guide, Warranty information, Windows 10 Pro (downgrade to Windows 7 Professional), Lenovo Tools, McAffee LiveSafe (trial), Microsoft Office (trial), Adobe Reader, 36 Months Warranty
Weight
3.6 kg ( = 126.99 oz / 7.94 pounds), Power Supply: 916 g ( = 32.31 oz / 2.02 pounds)
Price
3400 Euros

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 83.93% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 95%, features: 75%, display: 89% mobility: 71%, workmanship: 85%, ergonomy: 90%, emissions: 92%

Reviews for the Lenovo ThinkPad P70

85.7% Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Workstation Review | Notebookcheck
The return of the 17-inch workstation. Lenovo now offers a 17-inch workstation for the first time in almost five years. Contrary to the current trend, however, you do not just get a consumer device with professional components. Was it worth the wait?
80% Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Source: Mobile Tech Review English Archive.org version
If you're in the market for a traditional 15 or 17 inch mobile workstation with a robust build, excellent keyboard and impressive high color gamut 4K displays, the Lenovo ThinkPad P50 and P70 merit strong consideration. Even more interesting is the full HD touch screen option that also supports the optional Wacom AES pen for drawing precise control in CAD and graphics programs.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 06/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Lenovo ThinkPad P70
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Combining a comfortable keyboard with bleeding-edge performance and an extremely accurate display, the ThinkPad P70 is the 17-inch mobile workstation of choice for professionals and businesses that can't afford to compromise and can afford its premium price. If you want something more portable, consider a 15-inch competitor like the Dell Precision 5510.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Lenovo ThinkPad P70
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
After its multiple wins, the Origin suffered a humiliating last-place finish in this important test. The ThinkPad P70 impressed us by lasting almost the length of a full workday, though it couldn't match the stamina of the ultra-efficient ThinkPad W550s.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%

Comment

Model: The Lenovo ThinkPad P70 is a big machine that aims to be a mobile workstation for any high-end user. This mobile workstation comes with a fully black chassis and an overall sturdy build quality. It uses an Intel Xeon processor, which you will normally not find on a mobile workstation. Essentially, it is still an Intel i7 processor. Since it uses the Xeon architecture, it does not come with an integrated graphics. However, you can choose between several NVIDIA Quadro cards: NVIDIA Quadro M600M, M3000M, M4000M, and M5000M.

The 17,3 inch display is available with either 1920 x 1080 FHD resolution with touch support or 4k IPS display with a 3840 x 2160 resolution also without the touchscreen feature. There is an optional X-rite color calibration device available next to the touchpad for easier color calibration. The basic model comes with a 256 GB SSD, while expensive models feature a 512 GB SSD. Other hardware components include two Thunderbolt 3 ports, four USB 3.0 port (1 port with always-on charging feature), a mini DisplayPort, and other basic components such as microphone/headphone combo jack, an ExpressCard and an SDXC slot.

NVIDIA Quadro M3000M: High-end workstation graphics card based on the GM204 Maxwell architecture with 1024 shaders and a 256-bit wide memory bus. The GPU is similar to the consumer GTX 965M.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


6820HQ: Skylake-based quad-core processor for notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 530 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


3.6 kg:

Only a few laptops are in this weight class because the mobility is rather limited due to the high weight. 


Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.

In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.

In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.


83.93%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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