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Black ThinkPad P53s laptop, 15.6 inch matte screen, compact chassis

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P53s i7-8565U 16GB 1TB SATA P520 15.6 laptop

SKU CH-27KF-80BR1

A 15.6 inch Full HD mobile workstation with an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U, 16GB DDR4, 1TB SATA SSD and NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/1TB

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  • Quad-core i7-8565U reaches 4.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • Quadro P520 with 2 GB GDDR5 drives professional 3D workflows
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps large assemblies fluid
  • 1 TB SATA SSD stores projects and boots Windows 10 Pro fast
  • 6" Full HD 1920 x 1080 display shows detail clearly

Mobile workstation for ISV workflows

The ThinkPad P53s pairs an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U with NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics and 16 GB of DDR4 memory. A 1 TB SATA SSD and 15.6 inch 1920 x 1080 display complete a platform certified for professional applications. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ships pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Thermals and acoustics under load

The 57 Whr three-cell battery and 65 W power supply support sustained operation without aggressive fan curves. Typical office workloads keep surface temperatures comfortable and noise levels low. The Quadro P520 draws modest power, leaving headroom for the CPU to maintain 4.60 GHz turbo frequencies during bursts.

Upgrade path from integrated-graphics ultraportables

Buyers moving from thin-and-light notebooks that rely on processor graphics gain ISV-certified drivers and 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory. The jump is worthwhile when workflows involve 3D CAD, DCC or GPU-accelerated rendering that exceed integrated capabilities. Users who need Thunderbolt 3 eGPU expansion or larger colour-calibrated panels should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $1,485.99
Pricier than about 85% 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).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad P53s
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor model1.8 GHz
Turbo clock speed4.6 GHz
L3 cache size8 MB Smart Cache
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB SATA SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
Graphics typeBoth
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac
Bluetooth support5.0
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerMicro SD
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

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Questions about this item

How do I install additional DDR4 memory in the ThinkPad P53s and which step is often missed?

Remove the bottom cover, insert the SODIMM module at an angle into the slot, press down until the clips click, then reattach the cover; the step often missed is pressing firmly enough to engage both retention clips.

Which components in the ThinkPad P53s will need replacement over time and what type of memory do they use?

The 3-cell 57 WHr battery will degrade and need replacement; memory upgrades use DDR4 SODIMM modules only.

What thermal limit appears first on the ThinkPad P53s during sustained workloads with the i7-8565U and Quadro P520?

The 65 W power adapter limits sustained performance before the cooling system reaches its maximum capacity.

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