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Lenovo ThinkPad T14
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Updated March 22, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 generally offers value for money, great for everyday use and some business tasks, with good portability and battery life. On the other hand, the ThinkPad Z16 typically has more power and better graphics capabilities, suited for demanding tasks such as 3D design, machine learning, or gaming. It's usually pricier and may be heavier, which can affect portability. If your needs are basic and budget is a concern, the T14 fits well, but if you require high performance and can invest more, the Z16 is a strong option despite its extra weight and cost. Give Feedback
At the time of writing the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 cost $1,226 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 cost $2,213. The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has dropped in price by $1,093.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
8.5
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
393.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a display that is clear and bright enough for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering and design, but its refresh rate is lower, making it less ideal for high-speed gaming or 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 boasts superior color accuracy and a wider range of colors, enhancing visual work such as graphic design and video editing, yet it still falls short for gaming due to the same limitation in refresh rate. Neither laptops prioritize the high refresh rates preferred for gaming, focusing instead on display qualities that enhance productivity and professional creative work.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$1,120
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 costs $1,120.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.5
8.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
393.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers solid CPU and RAM which handle everyday tasks with ease, has a high-quality screen, and is light enough for portability without sacrificing battery life, making it a reliable option for general use. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 steps up with similar dependable CPU and RAM capabilities but offers a larger, higher-resolution screen and typically a longer-lasting battery, though it's slightly less portable; it's still a robust choice for those prioritizing screen real estate and extended use on a single charge.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.7
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Z16 both have GPUs that handle gaming and 3D tasks decently, but they're not top-tier for cutting-edge games due to limited refresh rates that can affect smoothness during fast-paced action. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, these factors don't fully compensate for the refresh rate and GPU limitations when it comes to high-performance gaming or complex 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 typically features solid CPU performance and ample RAM, supporting engineering software efficiently, yet the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 usually offers even higher CPU specs, more RAM, and a more advanced GPU, making it better suited for more demanding engineering tasks and design work with improved screen quality. While the T14 is easier to carry due to being lighter, the Z16, despite being less portable, compensates with a better keyboard, superior speakers, and manages operating noise well, enhancing the overall user experience for demanding professional workloads.
Content Creation
8.3
8.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3
8.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 are both very good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 compare to other laptops
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $1,120 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.4'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 4.27 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 13.95" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 9.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Ryzen 7 6850H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 393 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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Matthew S. Smith | September 2022
"Lenovo’s ThinkPad Z16 tries has some success in its effort to tweak the ThinkPad formula. The laptop is attractive, yet still tame, and material quality is on par with the best Windows competition. I also like the smooth, responsive haptic touchpad and the wide range of modern connectivity. Yet the Z16 doesn’t fix ThinkPad’s typical weakness: value. Starting around $1,550, and more typically near $1,700, the Z16 finds itself facing alternatives that have better performance or an improved display for the same price, or less."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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