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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 laptop i7-6700HQ 64GB 500GB 15.6" FHD Quadro M1000M

SKU CH-QZC6-QN0A3

15.6-inch FHD IPS mobile workstation with Intel Core i7-6700HQ, 64GB DDR4, 500GB HDD and NVIDIA Quadro M1000M graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro M1000
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 64 GB DDR4 memory handles large datasets and multitasking
  • Quad-core i7-6700HQ up to 3.5 GHz speeds through demanding workloads
  • NVIDIA Quadro M1000M graphics drives ISV-certified professional applications
  • 6 inch FHD IPS 1920 x 1080 display shows accurate colour detail
  • Fingerprint reader and Windows 8.1 Pro protect data and access

Mobile workstation for 3D and multitasking

The ThinkPad P50 pairs an Intel Core i7-6700HQ with 64GB DDR4 memory and a 15.6" FHD IPS panel at 1920x1080. NVIDIA Quadro M1000M graphics handle professional 3D rendering and CAD workloads. Windows 8.1 Pro provides the operating environment out of the box.

ISV certification and security features

Over 100 independent software vendor certifications mean key engineering and design applications are tested for stability. A fingerprint reader and secure chip add hardware-based identity protection for corporate networks. The spill-resistant keyboard and TrackPoint preserve the ThinkPad typing experience in mobile conditions.

Storage capacity and OS version

The 500GB hard drive offers limited space for large project files, so external or secondary storage may be required. Windows 8.1 Pro is an older release; confirm that your software licences and IT policies support this version before deployment. Non-touch display and lack of newer connectivity standards may affect workflow expectations.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,680.99
Pricier than about 87% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Video RAM Dedicated 2 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 3,254 comparable items (median 4 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineP50
Model nameThinkpad
Part number20EN
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeWorkstation
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor modelIntel Core i7-6700HQ
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed3.5 GHz
Processor codenameSkylake
Processor L2 cache6 MB
L3 cache size6 MB
Memory
Memory size64 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4 2133
Storage
SSD storageNo
Hard drive500 GB
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro M1000
Video RAMDedicated 2 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersIntegrated Stereo Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support4.1
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Video outputs1 x Thunderbolt, 1 x Mini DisplayPort
Docking port1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card reader4-in-1
Power
Power adapter170-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack6-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.86 × 9.93 × 0.96
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 8.1 Pro
More details
Other featuresFingerprint reader, Secure Chip
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit
Extra input devicesYes

Questions about this item

Will the 500 GB hard drive or 64 GB DDR4 memory need replacement first?

The mechanical 500 GB drive is the component most likely to wear out; the 64 GB DDR4 modules have no moving parts and typically last the life of the chassis.

What thermal limit appears first when the i7-6700HQ runs at 3.50 GHz for hours?

The quad-core processor hits its thermal ceiling before the Quadro M1000M GPU does, so CPU throttling is the first bottleneck under sustained load.

How loud and hot does the 15.6 inch workstation get during an all-day render?

Fan noise rises to a noticeable hum and the keyboard deck grows warm, but the ISV-certified cooling keeps the i7-6700HQ and Quadro M1000M within spec.

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