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Black ThinkPad P53s laptop, 15.6 inch FHD IPS screen, non-touch, matte finish, backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad P53s laptop i7-8565U 8GB 256GB 15.6 FHD Quadro P520

SKU CH-Z981-6R9N4

15.6-inch FHD IPS mobile workstation with Intel Core i7-8565U up to 4.6 GHz, 8 GB DDR4, 256 GB NVMe and NVIDIA Quadro P520 graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P520
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Quad-core processor reaches 4.6 GHz turbo for demanding workloads
  • 6 inch FHD IPS display shows 1920 x 1080 detail
  • NVIDIA Quadro P520 with 2 GB dedicated video memory
  • 256 GB NVMe and 8 GB DDR4 start fast and multitask smoothly
  • Fingerprint reader and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit secure sign-in and data

Mobile Workstation for Professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad P53s is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation running Windows 10 Pro. It uses an Intel Core i7-8565U quad-core processor with a 4.6 GHz turbo frequency and 8 MB of L3 cache. The system includes 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB NVMe solid-state drive. An NVIDIA Quadro P520 GPU with 2 GB dedicated video memory drives the 1920 x 1080 IPS display.

Upgrade from Integrated Graphics

This configuration replaces a laptop that relies on integrated graphics for CAD or 3D modelling tasks. The discrete Quadro P520 provides certified drivers and dedicated video memory for professional applications. The jump is worth it when your workflow requires ISV certification or hardware acceleration that integrated graphics cannot deliver. The 8 GB of installed memory can be expanded later if larger assemblies demand more capacity.

Straightforward Deployment

The laptop arrives with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed and a fingerprint reader configured for Windows Hello. Driver support for the Quadro P520 is available through NVIDIA and Lenovo update utilities. The main installation issue occurs when a clean OS image lacks the specific chipset and GPU drivers, causing the discrete graphics to remain disabled until the correct packages are applied.

How it compares

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

Price $1,520.99
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).
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 size8 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

Does the 15.6 inch chassis have an open SO-DIMM slot for the 48 GB maximum DDR4 memory?

The laptop supports up to 48 GB of DDR4 memory using its available SO-DIMM slots alongside the installed 8 GB module.

What screw size secures the 256 GB NVMe SSD so I do not strip the thread during installation?

The M.2 NVMe drive is held by a single M2x3 mm screw; use a Phillips #0 driver and tighten gently to avoid damaging the thread.

When should the 250 nit IPS panel backlight be expected to dim enough to need replacement?

The 250 nit IPS display is rated for typical notebook backlight life of several years under normal daily use before noticeable dimming occurs.

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