Lenovo ThinkPad E16

Launch

• Announced: May 2023

• Released: Mid-2023

Body

• Dimensions: 356.1 x 247.7 x 19.85 mm (14.02 x 9.75 x 0.78 in)

• Weight: Starting at 1.77 kg (3.90 lbs)

• Build: Aluminum top cover, PC-ABS plastic or Aluminum bottom cover

• SIM: No (Wi-Fi only)

• Water/Dust Resistance: MIL-STD-810H military certification for extreme durability (includes a spill-resistant keyboard)

Display

• Type: IPS LCD, Anti-glare (Optional on-cell 10-point multi-touch available)

• Size: 16.0 inches, 16:10 ratio

• Resolution: WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) or optional WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels)

• Brightness: 300 nits (typical on WUXGA) or 400 nits (typical on WQXGA)

• Protection: Standard matte finish

⚙️ Platform

• OS: Windows 11 Pro

• Chipset: 13th Gen Intel Core i7 (Configurations available with the efficient i7-1355U or the high-performance i7-13700H)

• CPU: 10-core (on i7-1355U) up to 14-core (on i7-13700H)

• GPU: Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics (Optional discrete NVIDIA GeForce MX550 2GB available on select configurations)

Memory

• Card Slot: No standard SD reader

• Internal: Up to 40GB/48GB DDR4-3200 RAM (8GB or 16GB soldered + 1x available SO-DIMM slot) / Up to 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD per slot

• Storage Type: PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD (Features dual SSD slots: 1x PCIe 3.0 x4 and 1x PCIe 4.0 x4)

Main Camera

• Single: No rear-facing camera

• Features: N/A

• Video: N/A

Selfie Camera

• Single: 1080p FHD (or standard 720p HD on base models)

• SL 3D: Optional IR Camera for Windows Hello facial recognition

• Video: 1080p/720p video recording with dual-array microphones (Dolby Voice) and a physical ThinkShutter privacy cover

Sound

• Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers (2W x 2, tuned with Dolby Atmos)

• 3.5mm Jack: Yes (headphone/microphone combo)

Communications

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax, 2×2), dual-band

• Bluetooth: 5.1

• Positioning: No built-in GPS

• NFC: No

• USB: 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps, 1x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (both Type-C ports support Power Delivery 3.0 and DisplayPort 1.4), 1x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x USB Type-A 2.0, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet

Features

• Sensors: Optional fingerprint reader (Touch style, integrated into the Power Button), Discrete TPM 2.0 security chip

• Other Features: The iconic ThinkPad TrackPoint (red pointing stick), 180-degree lay-flat hinge, backlit keyboard with a dedicated full numeric keypad

Battery

• Type: Li-Ion 47 Wh or 57 Wh options, non-removable

• Charging: 65W USB Type-C AC adapter, supports Rapid Charge (charges up to 80% in 1 hour)

Network

• Technology: No cellular connectivity (Wi-Fi only device)

Here’s a quick recap of what’s included:

• Launch & release dates (mid-2023 release marking the transition to the taller 16-inch form factor)

• Body and build details (classic ThinkPad ruggedness with MIL-STD-810H testing and a spill-resistant keyboard)

• Display specs (the upgraded 16-inch size with a productivity-focused 16:10 aspect ratio)

• Platform (powered by high-end 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processors)

• Memory options (highly upgradeable thanks to dual M.2 SSD slots and an open RAM slot)

• Cameras (up to 1080p FHD with a physical privacy shutter)

• Sound, communication, sensors, battery (up to 57Wh), and charging specs

• Key business features including the TrackPoint, a full number pad, and an excellent port selection (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and RJ-45)