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Black ThinkPad W541 mobile workstation laptop, closed lid, matte finish, 15.6 inch display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 laptop i7 3.20GHz 8GB 500GB SSD 15.6" 3K Quadro K1100M Linux Mint Cinnamon

SKU CH-6B29-YSKQT

A 15.6 inch 3K mobile workstation with an Intel Core i7 at 3.20GHz, 8GB RAM, 500GB SSD and NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics, running Linux Mint Cinnamon

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage500 GB
  • Display resolution2880 × 1620
  • Intel Core i7 at 3.20 GHz drives demanding workloads
  • 6" 3K display at 2880 x 1620 shows fine detail
  • NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU handles professional graphics
  • 500 GB SSD and 8 GB RAM speed up data access
  • Linux Mint Cinnamon pre-installed for immediate productivity

Mobile workstation for 3D and multitasking

The Lenovo ThinkPad W541 is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation built for professionals who need workstation-class performance on the move. It runs Linux Mint Cinnamon and is ISV-certified for over 100 applications, making it suitable for 3D rendering and heavy multitasking workloads.

8 GB RAM and 500 GB SSD capacity

The system ships with 8 GB of memory and a 500 GB SSD, providing enough headroom for typical engineering and design projects. Large assemblies or high-resolution textures will exhaust the memory first, while the solid-state drive keeps application launches and file saves responsive.

Quadro K1100M and Bluetooth 4.0 limits

The NVIDIA Quadro K1100M drives the 2880 x 1620 display for professional OpenGL tasks but lacks the compute power for modern GPU rendering or deep-learning workflows. Bluetooth 4.0 connects legacy peripherals reliably yet cannot match the throughput or range of newer wireless standards.

How it compares

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Price $1,215.99
Pricier than about 80% 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
Product lineThinkpad W541
Model nameThinkPad
Part number20EF
Product colorBlack
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor model3.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Storage
SSD storage500 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2880 × 1620
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
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 systemLinux
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

Will the W541's USB 4 ports and Bluetooth 4.0 handle my older mouse, keyboard and external drives?

The laptop provides four USB ports and Bluetooth 4.0, so legacy peripherals and storage devices connect without adapters.

How can I confirm the 2880 x 1620 3K panel and Quadro K1100M are running correctly after first boot?

Open the display settings to verify the 2880 x 1620 resolution and run the NVIDIA control panel to see the Quadro K1100M identified with its driver version.

Does the box include the DVD recordable drive and power adapter, or must I buy them separately?

The DVD recordable drive is built into the chassis and the power adapter is included, so no extra purchase is required for either.

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