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Black Lenovo ThinkPad W541 mobile workstation laptop, 15.6 inch display, matte finish, TrackPoint and touchpad visible

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 laptop Intel Core i7 3.20GHz 8GB 1TB HDD 15.6" 2880x1620 Quadro K1100M Ubuntu

SKU CH-829E-S7FKF

A 15.6" 2880x1620 mobile workstation with an Intel Core i7 at 3.20GHz, NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics, 8GB memory, 1TB HDD and Ubuntu Linux

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution2880 × 1620
  • Mobile workstation power from Intel Core i7 3.20GHz processor
  • Sharp 15.6" 2880x1620 QHD display for detailed visuals
  • Professional NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics for ISV-certified apps
  • 1TB HDD plus 8GB RAM for large project storage
  • Ubuntu Linux pre-installed with Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 Mobile Workstation

This 15.6 inch mobile workstation ships with Ubuntu Linux and an Intel Core i7 3.20GHz processor. It combines a 2880x1620 QHD display with NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics for professional visual tasks. The system includes 8GB memory and a 1TB hard drive. It weighs between 5 and 5.9 lbs.

Suited for ISV-certified Linux workflows

Engineers and designers running certified Linux applications will benefit from the Quadro GPU and high-resolution screen. Buyers who want more storage speed should look elsewhere as this unit has no SSD. Users needing a touchscreen or lighter ultraportable design should consider other form factors. The 8GB RAM may limit heavy multitasking scenarios.

2880x1620 QHD non-touch display

The 15.6 inch panel delivers 2880x1620 resolution without touch input. This specification defines the visual workspace for CAD and content review. Verify that your external docking or display requirements match the available ports. The screen size and resolution are fixed hardware traits.

How it compares

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

Price $1,160.99
Pricier than about 79% 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 storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
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 systemUbuntu
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the ThinkPad W541 get when the Core i7 3.20GHz and Quadro K1100M run all day?

The 3.20GHz Core i7 and Quadro K1100M are built for sustained mobile-workstation loads; the chassis uses ThinkPad thermal engineering to manage heat and fan noise during long rendering or compute sessions.

What must I already own to start working on this Ubuntu laptop?

It ships with Ubuntu installed, 8GB RAM, a 1TB HDD and a DVD recordable drive, so only a power outlet and your user credentials are required to begin.

Will my older ThinkPad dock or VGA monitor work with the W541?

The W541 keeps the classic ThinkPad side dock connector and a full-size VGA port, letting you reuse existing docks and analogue displays without adapters.

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