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Black ThinkPad P53s laptop, matte finish, 15.6 inch screen, closed lid

Lenovo

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

SKU CH-2P8S-DW4RK

A 15.6 inch Full HD mobile workstation with 40GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SATA SSD storage, NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
  • Memory size40 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 40GB/256GB

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  • Professional performance with 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U up to 4.60 GHz
  • 40GB DDR4 memory for demanding multitasking workloads
  • NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics with 2GB GDDR5 for CAD applications
  • 6 inch Full HD 1920 x 1080 display for detailed visual work
  • 256GB SATA SSD storage with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed

Mobile workstation with Quadro P520

The ThinkPad P53s pairs an Intel Core i7-8565U four-core processor with 40 GB of DDR4 memory and an NVIDIA Quadro P520 discrete GPU. A 256 GB SATA SSD provides the system drive while a 15.6 inch 1920 x 1080 non-touch display handles visual output. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed for immediate deployment in professional environments.

Upgrade from integrated graphics or 8 GB systems

The dedicated Quadro P520 with 2 GB GDDR5 replaces basic integrated graphics for certified ISV applications and multi-display workflows. Moving from a typical 8 GB configuration to 40 GB DDR4 removes memory bottlenecks when running virtual machines or large assemblies. The jump is worthwhile when workloads demand GPU acceleration and headroom beyond standard office notebooks.

Straightforward SODIMM and SSD access

The bottom cover removes with standard screws to expose two SODIMM slots and the M.2 2280 SATA bay for memory or storage changes. Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports handle external peripherals without adapters. The 57 Wh three-cell battery and 65 W adapter limit unplugged runtime under sustained GPU load, so plan for mains power during long render or simulation sessions.

How it compares

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

Price $1,338.99
Pricier than about 82% 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 40 GB
Higher than about 90% 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 size40 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB 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
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

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Questions about this item

What size SODIMM slots does the 40 GB DDR4 memory use?

The 40 GB DDR4 SODIMM modules fit standard 260-pin DDR4 slots inside the ThinkPad P53s.

Which screw must be removed before the bottom cover lifts off for the first time?

Loosen the single captive Phillips screw near the rear hinge; the cover then pries up without forcing the Thunderbolt port area.

When should the 57 WHr 3-cell battery be replaced?

Plan a swap when the battery reports below 80 % design capacity or runtime drops under half of the original 57 WHr rating.

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