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Black ThinkPad P53 mobile workstation with 15.6 inch FHD IPS display, non-touch, fingerprint reader

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P53 laptop i7-9850H 32GB 1TB NVME Quadro T2000 Linux Mint 15.6" FHD

SKU CH-3CBZ-GX5NF

Mobile workstation with a six-core Intel Core i7-9850H up to 4.6 GHz, 32 GB DDR4, 1 TB NVME, 15.6-inch FHD IPS display and NVIDIA Quadro T2000 graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro T2000
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Intel Core i7-9850H hexa-core processor reaches 4.6 GHz turbo for demanding workloads
  • 6 inch FHD IPS display at 1920 x 1080 resolution with 72% colour gamut
  • NVIDIA Quadro T2000 graphics with 4 GB video memory accelerates professional rendering
  • 32 GB DDR4 2666 MHz memory and 1 TB NVME storage handle large datasets
  • Linux Mint pre-installed with fingerprint reader for secure biometric login

Mobile workstation with ISV graphics

The Lenovo ThinkPad P53 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation built around a hexa-core Intel Core i7-9850H processor that reaches 4.6 GHz. It ships with 32 GB of DDR4 memory at 2666 MHz and a 1 TB NVME drive. The NVIDIA Quadro T2000 GPU provides 4 GB of video memory for certified professional applications. Linux Mint comes pre-installed and a fingerprint reader secures logins.

Linux Mint and fingerprint reader ready

Linux Mint is installed and configured out of the box, so the system boots straight to a supported desktop without driver hunting. The fingerprint reader integrates with the OS login prompt for passwordless authentication. Both features are active on first power-on, removing the usual setup time for a developer or engineer who wants a verified Linux environment immediately.

Standard ThinkPad serviceability

The chassis follows the established ThinkPad layout: bottom cover removal gives access to the NVME slot and both SODIMM sockets for storage or memory changes. No proprietary tools are required beyond a small Phillips screwdriver. The most common issue during self-service is forgetting to disable the internal battery in the firmware setup before unplugging the board, which can trigger a lockout until AC power is reapplied.

How it compares

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

Price $2,474.99
Pricier than about 91% 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 4 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,254 items is 4 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameThinkPad
Product lineP53
Model nameThinkpad
Part number20QN
Product colorBlack
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor model2.6 GHz
CPU cores6-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.6
Processor L2 cache12 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR2666
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB NVME
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro T2000
Video RAM4 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersIntegrated Stereo Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.1
Ports & slots
USB ports2
Video outputs1 x HDMI
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card reader4-in-1
Power
Power adapter170-watt AC Adapter
Battery packLithium Polymer
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.86 × 9.93 × 0.96
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemLinux
More details
Other featuresFingerprint reader
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 32 GB DDR4 memory need an upgrade for heavier workloads later?

The laptop ships with 32 GB of DDR4 at 2666 MHz; the installed amount is already high for most professional tasks so a future upgrade is unlikely to be necessary.

What thermal limit appears first when the Intel Core i7-9850H runs at its 4.6 GHz turbo for long periods?

The six-core i7-9850H will hit its thermal ceiling before the Quadro T2000 does, causing the CPU to throttle back from the peak 4.6 GHz frequency during sustained heavy loads.

How loud and hot does the ThinkPad P53 get when the Quadro T2000 and i7-9850H are both under full load all day?

Expect noticeable fan noise and warm keyboard-deck temperatures as the cooling system manages the combined heat from the 4.6 GHz CPU turbo and the 4 GB Quadro T2000 running continuously.

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