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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P53s laptop i7-8565U 40GB 256GB 15.6 FHD Quadro P520

SKU CH-XR3Z-10K9P

15.6-inch FHD IPS mobile workstation with Intel Core i7-8565U up to 4.6 GHz, 40GB DDR4, 256GB NVMe and NVIDIA Quadro P520 2GB graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
  • Memory size40 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Quad-core i7-8565U up to 4.6 GHz for responsive workloads
  • 40 GB DDR4 memory handles large datasets and multitasking
  • 256 GB NVMe solid-state storage boots and loads quickly
  • 6" FHD IPS display with 1920 x 1080 resolution for accurate colour
  • NVIDIA Quadro P520 with 2 GB dedicated video memory for professional graphics

ThinkPad P53s mobile workstation

The Lenovo ThinkPad P53s is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation running Windows 10 Pro. It pairs an Intel Core i7-8565U quad-core processor with 40GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe solid-state drive. Professional NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics with 2GB dedicated video memory drive the 1920x1080 IPS display.

Suits ISV workflows not high-end rendering

Engineers and analysts running certified ISV applications on a single 1080p screen will find the Quadro P520 and 40GB RAM a stable combination. Buyers who need more GPU memory for large assemblies or who require a 4K panel for colour-critical work should look elsewhere. The non-touch anti-glare screen also rules out pen or direct-touch input.

Quadro P520 with 2GB VRAM decides fit

The professional GPU ships with 2GB of dedicated video memory, which determines whether the laptop handles your specific CAD or visualisation datasets. If your models exceed that frame buffer, performance will drop to system memory. Confirm your application's VRAM requirements against this 2GB figure before purchasing.

How it compares

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

Price $1,573.99
Pricier than about 86% 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 lineP53s
Model nameThinkpad
Part number20N6
Product colorBlack
Product typeWorkstation
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8565U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.6 GHz
Processor L2 cache8 MB
L3 cache size8 MB
Memory
Memory size40 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Storage
SSD storage256 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 P520
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 support5.0
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Video outputs1 x Thunderbolt
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerMicro SD
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.4 × 9.76 × 0.75
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 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

What M.2 NVMe slot length does the ThinkPad P53s accept for storage upgrades?

The P53s uses a single M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot, so a 256 GB or larger 2280 drive fits without an adapter.

Which screw size secures the bottom cover when installing extra DDR4 memory?

Five M2×3 mm Phillips screws hold the base; the centre screw is shorter and often re-used in the wrong hole, causing a lift.

How often should the dual-fan heatsink be cleaned to keep the Quadro P520 at full boost?

Blow compressed air through both exhaust vents every six months; dust buildup cuts turbo clocks on the i7-8565U within weeks.

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