•  Date Published: 30 Sep 2025
    • Intel Core i5-1235U
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 16.0”, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS
    • 256GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 1.80 kg (4 lbs)
    5.4
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.1 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    5.6 For Work Average
    3.1 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 256GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 356 x 251 x 16.5 - 16.9 mm (14.02" x 9.88" x 0.65")
    • Weight
    • 1.80 kg (4 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 4.0, Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.2
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD / FHD / FHD & IR
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual Array Microphone with AI Noise Cancellation
    • Speakers
    • 2x Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos
    • Security Lock slot
    • Kensington Nano Lock

    Portability

    Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 4+
    14.02" x 9.88" x 0.65" Dimensions
    1.80 kg (4 lbs) Weight
    Average 16.0-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +13% Weight

    Review

    Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 4+ in-depth review

    Some business users need powerful laptops for productivity tasks. In most cases, these machines aren't too portable so they stay in the office on a desk. On the flip side, if you are constantly on the go and you want a potent and thin laptop in your backpack, there are some interesting options on the market.Like the Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 4+ which is more compact compared to its bigger sibling - the Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 4. The Gen 4+ machine is light (for a 16-incher) and it comes with a choice of three display variants - one 1200p model and two 1600p variants. The good news is all of them are IPS panels with a 16:10 aspect ratio. There are many CPU options including 12th Gen U, P, and H-series processors and two Raptor Lake U chips. So you can choose the right device for you in t[...]

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    Pros

    • Great performance for the class
    • 2x M.2 slots
    • up to 32GB of LPDDR5-4800MHz
    • PWM-free IPS display(LEN160WUXGA (LEN9151))
    • All-metal build
    • Compact for a 16-incher
    • Comfortable input devices
    • Modern I/O
    • The Lenovo Vantage application offers plenty of customization options
    • Capable cooling solution
    • High CPU P and E core frequencies and power limits during any kind of load
    • Near silent fans
    • Quality sound

    Cons

    • Soldered RAM
    • One of the M.2 slots is limited to Gen 3 speeds

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Step 1: Accessing the Internal ComponentsEnsure the Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 4+ is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches or damage. Remove the 9 Torx-head screws from the bottom of the laptop. Use a plastic tool to gently pry the bottom plate off, starting from the zone between the hinges.Hint: Be gentle during this process to avoid damaging the internal clips or the laptop casing.Step 2: Removing the BatteryDisconnect the battery by pulling out its connector from the motherboard. Remove the 4 Phillips-head screws securing the [...]

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