Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 Series

Processor: AMD Phoenix (Zen 4) R7 7840U, Intel Raptor Lake-U i5-1335U, Intel Raptor Lake-U i7-1355U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 780M, Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs, Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs
Display: 16.00 inch
Weight: 1.67kg, 1.839kg, 1.845kg
Price: 1799, 1899 euro

Average Score: 89.95% - very good
Average of 2 scores (from 11 reviews)

performance: 80%, features: 72%, display: 90%, mobility: 77%, workmanship: 88%, ergonomy: 92%, emissions: 93%

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Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 21HH003AGE
Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-U i7-1355U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 1.839kg
Price: 1799 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

Price comparison

Reviews

90% Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 in review: Quiet office laptop with long battery life | Notebookcheck
The compact office laptop by Lenovo convinces us with low emissions, long battery life numbers and a 16 inch screen win the work-friendly 16:10 ratio (1,920 x 1,200, IPS, low power). Part of the package are two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a WWAN option.

How to open Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) - disassembly and upgrade options
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How to open Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) - disassembly and upgrade options
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Foreign Reviews

Recenze notebooku Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen2: o kousek větší pracant
Source: CNews.cz

CZ→EN
Positive: Light weight; compact size; light weight; comfortable keyboard; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/16/2023

Recenze notebooku Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen2: o kousek větší pracant
Source: CNews.cz

CZ→EN
Positive: Light weight; compact size; light weight; comfortable keyboard; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/16/2023

Lenovo Thinkpad T16 Gen2 – de ce costa acest laptop 10.000 lei?
Source: Arena IT

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Positive: Beautiful display; powerful processor; comfortable keyboard; rich set of ports; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2023

Lenovo Thinkpad T16 Gen2 – de ce costa acest laptop 10.000 lei?
Source: Arena IT

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Positive: Beautiful display; powerful processor; comfortable keyboard; rich set of ports; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2023

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Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2

The Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD positions itself as a premium business laptop designed for demanding professionals. It boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen processor, a stunning display, and a durable, security-focused design which are all wrapped in the iconic ThinkPad package. The ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD is powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Mobile Processors. These processors offer significant performance improvements over previous generations, making them ideal for handling demanding tasks like video editing, data analysis, and complex spreadsheets. Users can choose from various processor options, ranging from the Ryzen 5 PRO for everyday business tasks to the Ryzen 9 PRO for users who require maximum power. Complementing the processor are generous memory options of up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and handling even the most memory-intensive applications. Storage options include fast PCIe NVMe SSDs with capacities ranging from 256GB to 1TB, providing ample space for critical business applications, project files, and large datasets. The ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD offers a variety of display options to cater to different user preferences. The base model features a WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) IPS panel with anti-glare technology, ideal for everyday business use. However, for users who prioritize sharper visuals, higher resolution options are available, including a QHD+ (3200 x 2000 pixels) IPS panel and a stunning 4K OLED panel with Dolby Vision support. The OLED panel offers exceptional color accuracy, deep blacks, and vibrant visuals, making it perfect for creative professionals who require a color-accurate display.

The ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD upholds the ThinkPad legacy of durability. It undergoes MIL-STD 810H testing, a rigorous military standard that simulates extreme conditions like temperatures, dust, drops, and vibrations. This ensures the laptop can withstand everyday bumps and knocks without compromising performance. Additionally, the spill-resistant keyboard with optional backlighting allows users to work in various environments without worry. Security is paramount for business users. The ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD comes equipped with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip to encrypt sensitive data and a fingerprint reader for secure login. Additionally, Lenovo offers a suite of security features through ThinkShield, helping to safeguard their data and privacy from unauthorized access. The ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options. It features multiple USB-A ports, two Thunderbolt 4 ports for high-speed data transfer, external display connection, and even device charging. Additionally, it includes an HDMI port and an optional microSD card reader for added versatility. Wi-Fi 6E ensures a fast and stable wireless connection, crucial for seamless online collaboration, cloud access, and downloading large files. Battery life is another strong point for the ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD. Lenovo claims up to 8 hours of battery life, which should comfortably last through a workday on a single charge for typical usage. In conclusion, the Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD establishes itself as a compelling option for demanding professionals who require a powerful, secure, and reliable workhorse. The combination of powerful AMD processors, stunning display options, and robust security features makes it ideal for handling demanding business applications. While the starting price might be on the higher end, the build quality, durability, and long-term reliability justify the investment for users who prioritize a premium business laptop experience.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 21K70035GE
Processor: AMD Phoenix (Zen 4) R7 7840U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 780M
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 1.845kg
Price: 1899 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

Price comparison

Reviews

89.9% Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 AMD Laptop Review: Big ThinkPad even better with Ryzen 7040 | Notebookcheck
We already reviewed the Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2 with Raptor Lake. Now, the Ryzen variant follows. Since the successor T16 G3 is not going to be available with AMD CPUs, the T16 G2 AMD is still an interesting choice in 2024.

How to open Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) - disassembly and upgrade options
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How to open Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) - disassembly and upgrade options
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Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2, i5-1335U

Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G2, i5-1335U
Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-U i5-1335U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 1.67kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

Price comparison

Reviews

How to open Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) - disassembly and upgrade options
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Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) review – Great Display, Quiet Workhorse
Source: Laptop Media English

At the end of the day, we can conclude that the Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (Intel) is a capable business device. This is possible because of the good build quality and the snappy hardware. Our machine has the Core i5-1335U which is the default CPU option for the series. The chip can maintain very high clocks in short and medium loads which is great. In long loads, the frequencies remain high and the chip temperatures are sub-70°C. The cooling fan is always quiet – good job Lenovo! The upgradability isn’t something to write home about – soldered memory plus one SODIMM for DDR5 or DDR4 RAM and a single M.2 slot. On the other hand, the I/O is good with its two Thunderbolt 4 ports. Keep in mind that extras such as Smart card reader and Nano-SIM card slot are optional.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/13/2024

Foreign Reviews

联想 ThinkPad T16 Gen 2（英特尔）评测–出色的显示屏，安静的主力军
Source: Laptopmedia CN

zh-CN→EN
Positive: Powerful processor; high performance; nice display; good ergonomics; rich set of ports; long battery life; great built quality; NFC module. Negative: Non-expandable RAM.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/13/2024

Comment

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.

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

Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 96 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.

AMD Radeon 780M: Integrated graphics card in the Ryzen 7040 mobile series APUs based on the RDNA3 architecture with 12 CUs (= 768 shaders) and a clock speed of up to 3 GHz.

Intel Iris Xe G7 80EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G7 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 80 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.

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

Intel Raptor Lake-U:

i7-1355U: Alder Lake based mobile CPU with 2 performance cores and 8 efficient cores. The performance cores offer hyper threading, leading to 12 threads that can be processed. The CPU clocks from 1.2 to 5 GHz. The TDP is specified at 15 Watt.

i5-1335U: Alder Lake based mobile CPU with 2 performance cores and 8 efficient cores. The performance cores offer hyper threading, leading to 12 threads that can be processed. The CPU clocks from 0.9 to 4.6 GHz. The TDP is specified at 15 Watt.

AMD Phoenix (Zen 4):

R7 7840U: A powerful laptop processor (APU) of the Phoenix product family. Its eight Zen 4 cores run at 3.3 GHz to 5.1 GHz and are SMT-enabled for a total of 16 processing threads. The great Radeon 780M is responsible for 3D processing and similar duties; the 7840U also features Ryzen AI which is AMD's answer to Intel's GNA and DL Boost.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

16.00:

This range for display formats was and is a rarity. It is larger than the general standard of 15 inches, but not yet in the range of large workstations. One usually has higher screen resolutions available, but portability suffers from that.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

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89.95%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.

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