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The YouTube video reviews the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 4, underscoring its high-performance features and versatility as a light mobile workstation. Lisa from Mobile Tech Review introduces the device, highlighting its similarities to the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 but with notable differences such as Nvidia Quadro graphics options and Intel Xeon CPU support. The ThinkPad P1 Gen 4, weighing approximately 4 pounds (1.8 kg), boasts a 16-inch display with 16:10 aspect ratios available in QHD and 4K+ resolutions, featuring low blue light and wide gamut displays.
Key features include a durable design with a spill-resistant keyboard, carbon fiber casing, self-healing BIOS, a fingerprint scanner, optional Windows Hello IR camera, and an array of powerful GPUs above the RTX 3000 series, supported by efficient vapor chamber cooling. CPU options include Intel's H series 11th Gen processors and Xeon variants, with memory configurations supporting up to 64GB of DDR4 3200 MHz RAM and PCIe Gen 4 SSDs. Prices range from $1900 for the base model to $2500 for higher-end configurations.
The device performs exceptionally well for professional tasks like 3D design and video editing and can handle gaming, with effective thermal management keeping the system cool. The display is praised for its high resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, making it ideal for graphic-intensive work. Connectivity is robust with Thunderbolt 4 ports, USB-A, HDMI, a headphone jack, and an SD card slot, along with options for 4G/5G connectivity.
The battery life is approximately six and a half hours under real-world conditions, with easy access for internal upgrades. The video concludes that the ThinkPad P1 Gen 4 is a solid choice for professionals needing a powerful, reliable, and portable workstation.
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In this part of the video, Lisa from Mobile Tech Review introduces the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 4, noting its similarity to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4. Key differences include Nvidia Quadro graphics options, ISV certifications, and Intel Xeon CPU options in the P1. The device is a light mobile workstation at 4 pounds (1.8 kg), featuring a 16-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, available in QHD (400 nits) and 4K+ (600 nits) display options, both offering low blue light and wide gamut displays. Additional features include a self-healing BIOS, a fingerprint scanner, and an optional Windows Hello IR camera. The segment also highlights the sponsored Trend Micro Premium Security Suite that protects up to 10 devices across various operating systems. The ThinkPad P1 Gen 4 is described as durable, featuring a spill-resistant keyboard and carbon fiber casing, with a wide range of video card options from Nvidia T1200 to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 and 3080 graphics.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on high-performance GPUs, specifically those above the RTX 3000 series, such as the RTX 3070 and 3080. These GPUs in thin and light mobile workstations often come with vapor chamber cooling to manage heat effectively. The CPUs used, like the Intel H series 11th Gen processors, can reach up to 65 watts despite having a 45-watt TDP. There is also an Intel Xeon option available. Memory options include two RAM slots supporting up to 64GB of DDR4 3200 MHz RAM and PCIe Gen 4 SSDs, with one or two M.2 slots based on the cooling configuration.
The video mentions the pricing and configurations, stating the starting price around $1900 for a lower-end model and approximately $2500 for a more powerful setup with a Core i7, QHD display, and RTX 3070 GPU. Though not primarily a gaming laptop, it can handle gaming and professional tasks like 3D design and video editing due to its powerful graphics and effective cooling.
The cooling efficiency is discussed, noting that while daily tasks keep the fans quiet, heavier workloads like video editing will make the fans more audible. The device handles thermal management well by throttling the CPU to prevent overheating.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the solid overall performance of the device, noting it can reach 60-65 watts and temperatures up to 95°C without severe throttling, thanks to its vapor chamber which evenly spreads heat. It tends to get warm during productivity tasks and quite hot on the bottom and keyboard deck during intensive use like gaming. The optional Windows Hello IR camera includes a privacy shutter, and the standard webcam is 1080p, better than average. The ThinkPad keyboard is tactile with white backlighting, and the trackpad is usable with an eraser-stick pointer.
The display is praised for its 4K+ UHD+ resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, IPS quality, 600-nits brightness, and 100% Adobe RGB coverage, making it ideal for high-color-accuracy work. Despite good contrast, the black levels are said to be average. It also offers low blue light certification and a 400-nits QHD option, with touchscreen capability in the 4K model (glossy finish).
Port selection includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen1 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, a headphone jack, and a full-sized SD card slot. For users with 4G/5G options and lower-power GPUs, there’s a nano SIM card slot available. Thunderbolt ports allow for expanded connectivity, including additional monitors.
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In this part of the video, the presenter reviews the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 4, highlighting its 90 watt-hour battery, display brightness, and battery performance. They report around six and a half hours of run time under real-world productivity and streaming tests with a 4K model. The internal components are detailed, including easy access via Phillips head screws, extensive ventilation, a sizeable vapor chamber, dual cooling fans, and two RAM slots with different colored covers. The presenter also points out the Intel AX210 Wi-Fi 6E card with Bluetooth 5.2 and the good speaker quality. The ThinkPad P1 Gen 4 is compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4, with the main difference being the GPU options: Nvidia’s Quadro series versus RTX Geforce models.