Introducing the Enhanced ThinkPad P1 Gen 6: Lenovo’s Latest Mobile Workstation

Lenovo is unveiling an update to its mobile workstation, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 6, for the year 2023. This updated version comes equipped with the powerful Ada Lovelace chip. Alongside the inclusion of new GPUs and display options, there is also an increased amount of RAM.

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G6 is a straightforward update from its predecessor, with no noticeable design changes. It represents a natural progression, transitioning from the Intel Alder-Lake to the Intel Raptor-Lake platform, featuring the latest 13th Gen Core i series CPUs. Specifically, the ThinkPad P1 G6 incorporates the H45 series.

Notably, there are innovations in the GPU department as well. The ThinkPad P1 G6 offers the option of the new Nvidia RTX 5000 Ada, which serves as the fastest GPU available, and alternatively, the GeForce RTX 4090. Additionally, the amount of RAM has been increased, allowing users to configure the ThinkPad P1 G6 with 96 GB instead of the previous 64 GB. Another first for the ThinkPad series is the introduction of PCIe Gen 5 SSDs.

When it comes to the display, Lenovo has upped the game. The ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 now offers a WQXGA option, with brightness ranging from 400 to 500 cd/m².

Price and release date

The new ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 series workstations are priced starting at $2,615 and can be pre-ordered from the Bhphotovideo.com online store.

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 specifications

• Processor: vProwih 13th Gen Intel Core H-Series up to i9
• Operating System: Up to Windows 11 Pro
• GPU: Intel UHD Integrated Graphics, Optional NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada 16GB GODR6, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6
• Memory: Up to 96GB DDR5 (2 SaDIMM slots)
• Storage: Up to 2 x 4TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Performance SSD
• Camera: FHDRGB + IR / Optional 5MP + IR Hybrid
• Battery: 90Whr, 230W Slim charger
• Display Options: 16-inch 16:10 WQUXGA (UHD+), OLED Touch, 400nit, 100% DCI-P3, HDR400, Dolby Vision, X-Rite FCC, Low Blue Light, TUV / WQXGA (QHD+) IPS, 500nit, 100% SRGB, 165Hz, X-Rite FCC, Low Blue Light, TUV / WUXGA IPS, 300, 100% sRGB, X-Rite FCC, Low Blue Light, TUV
• Connectivity: WIFI 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, 4G LTE CAT16 with eSIM WWAN (Optional)
• Security: dTPM 2.0, Self-healing BIOS, Touch Fingerprint Reader, ThinkPad Webcam Privacy Shutter, Kensington Lock
• Ports: 2x Thunderbol 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, Mic/Headphone Jack, SD Express 7.0 Card Reader
• Dimensions: 359.5 x 253.8 x 17.3 mm
• Weight: 1.78 kg

In addition to the updated ThinkPad P1 Gen 6, Lenovo has also made other models available. These include the Yoga 7i Gen 8, a 2-in-1 convertible featuring Intel Raptor Lake-U processors, a 14″ touch screen with OLED options, and Thunderbolt 4. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i Gen 8 is a gaming laptop with a 16-inch display, offering up to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 and the 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700H. Furthermore, there’s the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 2023, which stands as the smallest and most portable ThinkPad in the enterprise segment. Lastly, the Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 is a business 2-in-1 laptop equipped with up to a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, providing exceptional processing power for handling demanding tasks effortlessly.

For those interested in high-performance gaming laptops at more affordable prices, we recently conducted a review of the Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8. This review highlights the inclusion of top-of-the-line hardware alongside budget-friendly options.