Audio
Audio chip	Cirrus Logic CS42L43
Number of built-in speakers	2
Speaker power	2 W
Number of microphones	2
Built-in microphone
Battery
Battery capacity	99.9 Wh
Camera
Front camera resolution (numeric)	5 MP
Privacy type	Privacy shutter
Front camera
Infrared (IR) camera
Privacy camera
Certificates
Certification	ENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS
Design
Product type	Laptop
Product colour	Black
Form factor	Clamshell
Housing material	Aluminium
Display back cover material	Aluminium
Display
Display diagonal	40.6 cm (16")
Display resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
HD type	WUXGA
Panel type	IPS
Native aspect ratio	16:10
Display brightness	500 cd/m²
RGB colour space	sRGB
Colour gamut	100%
Maximum refresh rate	60 Hz
Touchscreen
LED backlight
Anti-glare screen
Graphics
Discrete GPU manufacturer	NVIDIA
Discrete graphics card model	NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell
Discrete graphics card memory	8 GB
Discrete graphics memory type	GDDR7
On-board GPU manufacturer	Intel
On-board graphics card family	Intel® Graphics
On-board graphics card model	Intel® Graphics
On-board graphics card
Discrete graphics card
Keyboard
Pointing device	ThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard language	German
Numeric keypad
Keyboard backlit
Memory
Internal memory	48 GB
Internal memory type	DDR5-SDRAM
Memory clock speed	5600 MHz
Memory form factor	SO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 48 GB
Memory slots	4x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory	128 GB
Network
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Wi-Fi standards	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Antenna type	2x2
WLAN controller manufacturer	Intel
Bluetooth version	5.4
WWAN	Upgradable
Mobile network connection
Ethernet LAN
Bluetooth
Near Field Communication (NFC)
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)	Intel AI Boost
AI software frameworks supported by NPU	DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Total processor performance up to	33 TOPs
NPU performance up to	13 TOPs
GPU performance up to	8 TOPs
Sparsity support
Windows Studio effects support
Packaging content
AC adapter included
Performance
Motherboard chipset	Intel WM880
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity	2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
HDMI ports quantity	1
HDMI version	2.1
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity	1
Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity	2
Intel® Thunderbolt 4
Intel® Thunderbolt 5
Combo headphone/mic port
USB Sleep-and-Charge
Power
AC adapter power	180 W
USB Type-C required charging power (min)	180 W
USB Type-C required charging power (max)	180 W
USB Type-C charging port
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)
Processor
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor family	Intel Core Ultra 7
Processor generation	Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor model	255HX
Processor cores	20
Processor threads	20
Processor boost frequency	5.2 GHz
Performance cores	8
Efficient cores	12
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency	5.2 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency	4.5 GHz
Performance-core base frequency	2.4 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency	1.8 GHz
Processor cache	30 MB
Processor base power	55 W
Maximum turbo power	160 W
Security
Cable lock slot type	Kensington
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version	2.0
Cable lock slot
Fingerprint reader
Smart card reader
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Software
Operating system language	German
Operating system installed	Windows 11 Pro
Bundled software	Lenovo AI Now
Storage
Total storage capacity	1 TB
Storage media	SSD
Total SSDs capacity	1 TB
Number of SSDs installed	1
SSD capacity	1 TB
SSD interface	PCI Express 5.0
SSD form factor	M.2
Compatible memory cards	SD
NVMe
Optical drive type
Card reader integrated
Weight & dimensions
Width	362 mm
Depth	252 mm
Height (front)	1.58 cm
Height (rear)	2.09 cm
Weight	2.54 kg

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a professional laptop designed for demanding work environments. It features a 40.6 cm (16 inch) display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels in WUXGA format and an aspect ratio of 16:10. The panel is an IPS type with LED backlighting, anti-glare surface, and a brightness of 500 cd/m², ensuring clear and uniform color reproduction. The screen supports the full sRGB color space (100 %) and offers a maximum refresh rate of 60 Hz. The housing is made of aluminium, as is the back of the display, enabling a robust yet lightweight construction. The device color is black.

Applications

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is designed for professional users requiring high performance, reliability, and security. It is particularly suitable for creatives, engineers, data analysts, and IT professionals working with graphics-intensive applications, AI-based tools, or complex data processing. The combination of a powerful CPU, dedicated GPU, and integrated NPU makes it an appropriate device for modern workflows based on artificial intelligence.

Features and Specifications in Detail

The laptop is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor featuring 20 cores (8 performance cores and 12 efficient cores) and 20 threads. The maximum turbo frequency is 5.2 GHz for performance cores and 4.5 GHz for efficient cores. The processor includes a 30 MB cache and a base power of 55 W, with maximum turbo power reaching up to 160 W. The integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), called Intel AI Boost, supports AI applications and delivers a total performance of up to 33 tera-operations per second, with the NPU itself reaching up to 13 tera-operations per second. Supported frameworks include DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, and WebNN. The NPU also enables the use of Windows Studio effects and supports sparsity.

Technology Explained Simply

Graphics performance is provided by a dedicated NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics card with 8 GB GDDR7 memory. Additionally, an integrated Intel graphics solution is available, sufficient for general tasks. The memory architecture includes 48 GB DDR5-SDRAM with a clock speed of 5600 MHz in SO-DIMM format. The memory is installed in one module (1 x 48 GB), with up to 128 GB RAM supported in total. The storage medium consists of a 1 TB SSD in M.2 form factor with PCI Express 5.0 interface and NVMe support, ensuring fast read and write speeds. An integrated card reader supports SD cards.

Compatibility and Accessories

The device supports Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with a 2x2 antenna configuration and Bluetooth 5.4. It includes an Ethernet/LAN port. Network functions are implemented via Intel WLAN controllers. Mobile network connectivity is not integrated but can be upgraded. The front camera has a resolution of 5 MP and includes an infrared (IR) camera as well as a privacy shutter for privacy protection. Two built-in microphones and two speakers, each with a power of 2 W, complete the audio functions. The operating system is Windows 11 Pro.

Mounting and Installation

The laptop is designed as a clamshell housing and requires no additional mounting. Installation is performed via the standard system installation of Windows 11 Pro. The connectivity includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports.

Operational Advantages

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 offers an excellent combination of performance, security, and manageability. The integrated NPU and powerful GPU enable efficient AI-based applications. The high memory capacity and fast SSD ensure smooth workflows. The robust aluminium construction and support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensure reliability and modern networking capabilities. The device is designed for professional use in enterprises and supports optional Intel vPro technologies, enhancing manageability and security.