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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P53s i7-8565U 8GB 2TB SATA SSD 15.6 FHD Quadro P520 laptop

SKU CH-1P0G-G1SZ7

A 15.6" mobile workstation with an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U, 8GB DDR4, 2TB SATA SSD and NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics for professional applications

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Professional graphics with NVIDIA Quadro P520 2GB GDDR5
  • Fast quad-core Intel Core i7-8565U up to 4.60 GHz
  • 2TB SATA SSD for large project storage
  • 6" Full HD 1920x1080 non-touch display
  • Fingerprint reader plus 720p webcam for secure login

Mobile workstation with ISV graphics

The ThinkPad P53s pairs an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U processor with NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics in a 15.6" Full HD chassis. Eight gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 2TB SATA SSD provide capacity for project files and everyday multitasking. Windows 10 Pro and a fingerprint reader support managed business environments. The 57 WHr battery and 65W power supply complete the mobile package.

Suits engineers and analysts on certified apps

Professionals running ISV-certified CAD, CAE or GIS workloads benefit from the Quadro driver stack and 1080p colour accuracy. Buyers who need larger GPU memory for heavy 3D datasets or real-time rendering should look elsewhere. The 8GB RAM soldered limit also rules out memory-intensive virtualisation or video editing pipelines. Non-touch display keeps the focus on precision input.

Quadro P520 with 2GB GDDR5 decides fit

The discrete GPU carries 2GB of GDDR5 VRAM and ISV certification for entry-level professional 3D applications. If the workflow demands more video memory or higher compute performance, this graphics option will become the bottleneck. Verify the specific application requirements against the P520 specification before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $1,461.99
Pricier than about 84% 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 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 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 size8 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 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 loud and hot does the 57 WHr battery and 65 W power supply get during all-day use?

The 65 W power supply and 57 WHr battery are sized for the 15 W i7-8565U and Quadro P520; typical office workloads keep fan noise low and surface temperatures comfortable.

Which cables and docks must I already own to use the Thunderbolt, HDMI and USB 3.1 ports?

Bring a Thunderbolt cable for the Thunderbolt port, an HDMI cable for the HDMI output, and USB-A or USB-C cables for the two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports.

Will my existing DDR4 SODIMM modules work if I want more than the 8 GB installed?

The laptop uses DDR4 SODIMM memory, so any compatible DDR4 SODIMM sticks you already have can be added to the open slot.

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