💻 Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 vs Dell Pro Max 16
ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 vs Dell Pro Max 16 compared across 23 matched specifications — scores, the full spec table and a verdict.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 vs Dell Pro Max 16: performance overview
Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 Lenovo | Dell Pro Max 16 Dell |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra H-series (Series 1): Core Ultra 5 135H / 7 155H / 7 165H / 9 185H — up to 16 cores / 22 threads, up to 5.1 GHz; Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 11 TOPS). Stocked: 165H | Intel Core Ultra 5 235H / 7 255H / 7 265H / 9 285H (45 W, up to 16 cores) |
| CPU cores | Up to 16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LP), 22 threads (Core Ultra 7 155H / 165H / 9 185H); Core Ultra 5 135H 14 cores / 18 threads | Up to 16 cores (Core Ultra 7 255H / 265H, Ultra 9 285H) |
| Graphics | Discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / 4070 (8 GB GDDR6) or RTX 1000 Ada (6 GB) / RTX 2000 Ada / RTX 3000 Ada (8 GB GDDR6) + Intel Arc integrated graphics. Stocked: RTX 4060 | Intel Graphics (integrated) or NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 (6 GB) / RTX PRO 1000 (8 GB) / RTX PRO 2000 (8 GB) Blackwell, GDDR7 |
| Discrete GPU | Discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / 4070 or RTX 1000 / 2000 / 3000 Ada Generation (6–8 GB GDDR6) | NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 / 1000 / 2000 Blackwell discrete option, up to 8 GB GDDR7 |
| Memory & storage | ||
| Maximum memory | 32 GB LPDDR5X-7500 on one LPCAMM2 module (dual-channel, runs 7467 MT/s), upgradeable to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB DDR5-6400 (2 × 32 GB CSODIMM), 2 slots |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-7500 on LPCAMM2 (upgradeable, dual-channel) | DDR5 SODIMM (5600 MT/s) or CSODIMM (6400 MT/s), 2 slots |
| Maximum storage | 1 TB PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, TCG Opal 2.0); two M.2 2280 slots total, RAID 0/1, up to 4 TB per drive | 2× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe slots (drives up to 2 TB each, up to 4 TB total; self-encrypting options) |
| Display | ||
| Display size | 16.0″ | 16.0" |
| Resolution | 1920×1200 (WUXGA) or 2560×1600 (WQXGA, stocked); 3840×2400 OLED option | 1920 × 1200 or 2560 × 1600 |
| Brightness | ✓500 nits | Up to 400 nits (WVA) |
| Panel | WUXGA IPS 60 Hz or WQXGA IPS 165 Hz (stocked), anti-glare, 100% sRGB, X-Rite calibrated; WQUXGA OLED touch 60 Hz, 100% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400, Dolby Vision | 16.0" FHD+ (1920 × 1200) 60 Hz WVA (touch option) or QHD+ (2560 × 1600) 120 Hz WVA 100% sRGB, anti-glare, 300 nits (400-nit FHD+ option), 16:10 |
| Touchscreen | Stocked WQXGA non-touch; 3840×2400 OLED touch on other builds | FHD+ touch panel option |
| Connectivity | ||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2× Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (40 Gbps, DP 2.1, 135 W PD in) | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, PD, DisplayPort) |
| Ports | 2× Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (40 Gbps, DP 2.1, 135 W PD in), 1× USB-C 10 Gbps (DP 1.4), 1× USB-A 5 Gbps (Always On), HDMI 2.1 (to 8K/60 or 4K/240), 3.5 mm combo, SD Express 7.0 reader, Kensington Nano | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, PD, DisplayPort), 2× USB 3.2 Gen 1 (one PowerShare), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 1 GbE, microSD, headset jack; smart-card reader optional |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | No WWAN; optional USB-C to 2.5 GbE adapter (no onboard Ethernet) | ✓5G MediaTek T700 (DW5933e), eSIM capable (option) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (from) | ✓from 1.82 kg (4.03 lb); MIL-STD-810H tested | From 2.10 kg (4.65 lb) |
| Dimensions | 354.4 × 241.2 × 17.05 mm | 358 × 256 × 15.08–19.08 mm (25.60 mm peak) |
| Security & management | ||
| Intel vPro | Intel vPro (Enterprise) support | vPro on Core Ultra 5 235H, Ultra 7 265H and Ultra 9 285H (Ultra 7 255H is non-vPro) |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | AI Boost NPU up to 11 TOPS — not a Copilot+ PC (RTX 4060-accelerated workstation) | -- |
| Battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh Li-ion with Rapid Charge (80% in 1 hr); charges via slim-tip or Thunderbolt 4 | ✓4-cell 64 Wh or 6-cell 96 Wh (ExpressCharge capable) |
| Rated battery life | -- | ExpressCharge capable; Dell lists no rated runtime |
| Support | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro or Home, Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS |
| Base warranty | Base 1-year or 3-year courier / carry-in / onsite; stocked 21KV0022UK includes 3-year Premier Support | 1- to 5-year hardware warranty or ProSupport options; Accidental Damage Protection available |
Expert Analysis
The Dell Pro Max 16 offers a larger battery, wired Ethernet and optional 5G for UK business users, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 is far lighter and remains an excellent choice for those prioritising portability. The Dell supports up to 64 GB of DDR5 memory across two SO-DIMM slots and two M.2 SSDs (up to 4 TB total), matching the Lenovo’s 64 GB memory ceiling. Its 96 Wh battery option, ExpressCharge support and optional 5G mobile broadband give it an edge in connectivity and endurance. In contrast, the Lenovo is significantly lighter at 1.82 kg versus 2.10 kg, and its slim chassis houses an LPCAMM2 memory module upgradeable to 64 GB, plus two SSD bays. Both use 16-inch 16:10 displays and Intel Core Ultra H-series processors with up to 16 cores, but the Lenovo’s 500-nit 165 Hz WQXGA panel and OLED option outshine the Dell’s 300- to 400-nit WVA screens, while the Dell offers newer NVIDIA RTX PRO Blackwell graphics against the Lenovo’s GeForce RTX 40-series and RTX Ada options. Both provide two Thunderbolt 4 ports and Intel vPro options, while the Dell adds RJ-45 Ethernet, an optional smart-card reader and an Ubuntu Linux option. Overall, the Dell suits professionals who want battery capacity, wired Ethernet and 5G, whereas the Lenovo excels for mobile executives and creatives who travel frequently.
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