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Black 15.6 inch ThinkPad W541 mobile workstation laptop with matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 laptop i7 16GB 256GB 15.6 FHD Quadro K1100M

SKU CH-JR96-6QXZ9

A mobile workstation with a 15.6-inch FHD display, Intel Core i7 at 3.20GHz, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD and NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics running Ubuntu Linux

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • ISV-certified for over 100 professional applications
  • Intel Core i7 at 3.20GHz drives demanding workloads
  • NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics accelerate 3D rendering
  • 16GB memory and 256GB SSD enable fast multitasking
  • 6" FHD 1920x1080 display shows precise detail

Mobile workstation with ISV certification

The Lenovo ThinkPad W541 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation running Ubuntu Linux. It combines an Intel Core i7 processor at 3.20GHz with 16GB of memory and a 256GB SSD. Professional graphics are provided by the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU. The system is ISV-certified with over 100 applications for reliable performance in engineering and design workflows.

Suited for Linux-based professional workloads

This laptop suits users who need a certified mobile workstation with a Full HD non-touch display and a spill-resistant keyboard with TrackPoint. It includes Bluetooth 4.0 and four USB ports for peripheral connectivity. Buyers who require a pre-installed Windows operating system or a touchscreen interface will need a different platform.

Quadro K1100M graphics for certified apps

The single specification that decides fit is the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU, which drives ISV certification across over 100 professional applications. This graphics card targets 3D rendering and multi-tasking workloads on the 1920x1080 display. If your software stack demands a different GPU architecture or higher video memory, this model will not meet the requirement.

How it compares

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

Price $1,138.99
Pricier than about 78% 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
Product lineThinkpad W541
Model nameThinkPad
Part number20EF
Product colorBlack
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor model3.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
Connectivity
Bluetooth support4.0
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemUbuntu
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

How does the 3.20GHz Core i7 perform in a real workstation workload?

The 3.20GHz Intel Core i7 delivers workstation-level speed for 3D rendering and heavy multitasking, letting you move between applications quickly and collaborate over video calls without slowdown.

What does the Quadro K1100M graphics cap in practice?

The NVIDIA Quadro K1100M is ISV-certified with over 100 professional applications, so it runs validated drivers for CAD, design and analysis software rather than capping at consumer-grade limits.

Will the 15.6 inch chassis fit a standard laptop bag?

At 15.6 inches and weighing between 5 and 5.9 lbs, the W541 fits typical 15.6-inch laptop compartments while leaving room for the included DVD recordable drive.

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