6850U | ThinkPad P16s (16, AMD)

Name: 6850U | ThinkPad P16s (16, AMD)
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 11901
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)

Model: ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (AMD, Type 21CK, 21CL)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
Graphics: AMD Radeon 660M or 680M
Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5, 6400 MHz
Storage: Up to 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Display: 16" WUXGA or WQXGA, IPS, up to 400 nits
Battery: 52.5Wh or 86Wh, ~8–10 hours
Weight: ~1.73 kg

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6850U | ThinkPad P16s (16, AMD)

Processor and Performance

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (AMD) is powered by AMD Ryzen PRO processors, including the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U (8C/16T, 2.7–4.7 GHz, 16MB L3 cache). It delivers strong performance for mobile workstations (Cinebench R23 Multi: ~10000–11000), excelling in CAD, light 3D rendering, and multitasking. Users praise its efficiency and ISV certifications for professional software, but note thermal throttling under sustained loads (~28W TDP). Ideal for engineers, designers, and students needing portable power.

Graphics and Display

The 16" display offers WUXGA (1920x1200, 300 nits, 45% NTSC) or WQXGA (2560x1600, 400 nits, 100% sRGB) options with a 16:10 aspect ratio. It features integrated AMD Radeon 680M graphics (~2.4 TFLOPS), supporting light gaming (~30–50 FPS in *Valorant* Medium) and creative tasks. Users commend the WQXGA display’s color accuracy for professional work but criticize the base WUXGA’s dimness. Optional touchscreens enhance versatility.

Design and Connectivity

Weighing ~1.73 kg with a plastic chassis, it’s MIL-STD-810H tested. Ports include 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.0b, RJ45, and 3.5mm audio. Wi-Fi 6E (Qualcomm NFA725A, ~1624 Mbps receive) and Bluetooth 5.1 ensure fast connectivity. The 52.5Wh or 86Wh battery lasts ~8–10 hours (WUXGA). Users note fan noise (~40 dB) and a bulky design compared to sleeker alternatives like the Acer Swift Edge.

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (AMD): All Features

Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U, Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
Graphics	AMD Radeon 660M (Ryzen 5), Radeon 680M (Ryzen 7)
Display	16" WUXGA (1920x1200, 300 nits) or WQXGA (2560x1600, 400 nits), optional touchscreen
Memory	8GB/16GB/32GB LPDDR5, 6400 MHz, soldered
Storage	Up to 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E (Qualcomm NFA725A), Bluetooth 5.1, Gigabit Ethernet, optional 4G WWAN
Ports	2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.0b, RJ45, 3.5mm audio
Battery	52.5Wh or 86Wh, ~8–10 hours (WUXGA)
Features	Backlit keyboard, TrackPoint, fingerprint reader, dTPM 2.0, 1080p IR webcam with shutter, ISV certifications, MIL-STD-810H
Warranty	1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended)

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (AMD): All Specifications

Model	ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (AMD, Type 21CK, 21CL)
Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U (6C/12T, 2.9/4.5 GHz, 16MB L3), Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U (8C/16T, 2.7/4.7 GHz, 16MB L3)
Graphics	AMD Radeon 660M (Ryzen 5), Radeon 680M (Ryzen 7)
Display	16" WUXGA (1920x1200), IPS, 300 nits, 45% NTSC; or WQXGA (2560x1600), IPS, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, optional touchscreen
Battery	52.5Wh or 86Wh, ~8h (WUXGA, web browsing), ~6–7h (WQXGA)
Ports	2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (PD, DP 1.4), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.0b, RJ45, 3.5mm audio
Connectivity	Qualcomm Wi-Fi 6E NFA725A (up to 2400 Mbps), Bluetooth 5.1, Gigabit Ethernet (Realtek RTL8168/8111), optional 4G WWAN
Audio	2x 2W speakers, Dolby Audio, dual-array mic, 90dB SNR ADC, 100dB SNR DAC
Camera	1080p FHD with IR, privacy shutter
Keyboard	Backlit, spill-resistant, TrackPoint, 1.5mm key travel
Security	dTPM 2.0, fingerprint reader, IR camera, Kensington lock, ThinkShield suite
Dimensions	361.9 x 255.5 x 20.5 mm
Weight	~1.73 kg (3.81 lbs)
Operating System	Windows 11 Home/Pro 64-bit, Ubuntu 20.04
Warranty	1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended)
Certifications	EPEAT Gold, Energy Star, RoHS, TCO Certified, ISV (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.)
Package Contents	Laptop, USB-C charger, quick start guide