Is the ThinkPad Z16 good for gaming?

Only lightly. It relies on integrated Radeon graphics, so it handles older and casual titles but not demanding games at high settings.

Can I upgrade the memory or storage?

The memory is soldered and not upgradable. The 512GB SSD can be replaced with a larger M.2 drive.

How does it compare with the Z16 Gen 2?

Gen 2 moves to newer Ryzen processors and offers optional Radeon RX 6500M graphics. This generation is integrated-graphics only.

Does it have a fingerprint reader and IR camera?

Yes. It supports fingerprint and IR face login, and the 1080p camera has a privacy shutter.

The laptop, its power adapter and the standard documentation. A stylus and dock are not included.

Is the 16-inch screen good for outdoor use?

It is bright enough for indoor work, but glare and reflections make outdoor use difficult in direct sun.

Where is the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16'' cheapest?

At MAVROLERT, for $3,824.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16''?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 76,826 ratings.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16''

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Our take on the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16''

The ThinkPad Z16 is Lenovo's AMD-based 16-inch business laptop, built around a Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H with Radeon graphics, 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD. It pairs a large 16-inch display with a slim aluminum chassis, a haptic TrackPoint and a 1080p camera with privacy shutter, and it carries Windows 11 Pro plus a three-year Premier support term. It suits professionals who want a big screen and ThinkPad keyboard without a discrete GPU, and it sits below the Z16 Gen 2, which adds newer Ryzen chips and optional Radeon RX 6500M graphics. Buyers rate it highly; the main trade-offs are weight, fan noise under load and only integrated graphics.

Best forBusiness users who want a large 16-inch screenThinkPad keyboard and TrackPoint loyalistsRemote workers on video calls all dayStudents and office workers who don't need a discrete GPU

Pros

Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H handles office, coding and multitasking well
16-inch screen gives room for spreadsheets and side-by-side windows
Haptic TrackPoint and a comfortable ThinkPad keyboard
1080p camera with privacy shutter and IR login
Windows 11 Pro and a three-year Premier support term included
Slim aluminum build with a clean, understated look

Cons

Integrated Radeon graphics limit gaming and GPU-heavy work
Around 4.3 lb, heavy to carry daily
Fans get audible under sustained load
No discrete GPU option on this generation
Memory is soldered, so 16GB is the ceiling

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What reviewers say

5 / 576,826 ratings

Owners and reviewers rate the Z16 highly, praising the keyboard, the big screen and the solid build for business work. Criticism centers on weight, fan noise and the lack of a dedicated GPU.

What people mention

KeyboardPraisedTypists like the deep key travel and the haptic TrackPoint.
PerformancePraisedThe Ryzen 7 PRO handles office apps and multitasking smoothly.
Fan noiseCriticisedFans become noticeable during long heavy tasks.
WeightCriticisedOwners find it heavy to carry every day.
GraphicsMixedFine for everyday work, but integrated Radeon graphics fall short for gaming and GPU work.
BuildPraisedThe aluminum body feels rigid and well made.

About the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16''

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 is a 16-inch laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 6850H Pro processor. It has 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD for storage.

It comes with Windows 11 Pro installed.

Screen size: 16 inches
Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 6850H Pro
Memory: 16GB
Storage: 512GB SSD
Operating system: Windows 11 Pro
Warranty: 3 years

Questions and answers

Is the ThinkPad Z16 good for gaming?: Only lightly. It relies on integrated Radeon graphics, so it handles older and casual titles but not demanding games at high settings.
Can I upgrade the memory or storage?: The memory is soldered and not upgradable. The 512GB SSD can be replaced with a larger M.2 drive.
How does it compare with the Z16 Gen 2?: Gen 2 moves to newer Ryzen processors and offers optional Radeon RX 6500M graphics. This generation is integrated-graphics only.
Does it have a fingerprint reader and IR camera?: Yes. It supports fingerprint and IR face login, and the 1080p camera has a privacy shutter.
What is in the box?: The laptop, its power adapter and the standard documentation. A stylus and dock are not included.
Is the 16-inch screen good for outdoor use?: It is bright enough for indoor work, but glare and reflections make outdoor use difficult in direct sun.
Where is the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16'' cheapest?: At MAVROLERT, for $3,824.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 16''?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 76,826 ratings.