Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6

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Date Published: 30 Jan 2024

Intel Core i7-1355U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
16.0”, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS
4000GB SSD
64GB RAM
1.70 kg (3.7 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.4 Portability Very Good

7.0 Display Very Good

6.7 For Work Good

3.9 For Gaming Mediocre

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Specs

Display
16.0”, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS

HDD/SSD
4000GB SSD

M.2 Slot
2x 2242 / 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
64GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Pro

Body Material
Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum

Dimensions
356 x 253.5 x 17.5 mm (14.02" x 9.98" x 0.69")

Weight
1.70 kg (3.7 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

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 (SD, SDHC, SDXC)

Ethernet LAN
10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi
802.11ax

Bluetooth
5.1

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera
FHD + IR hybrid, with privacy shutter, fixed focus

Backlit keyboard

Microphone
Dual Microphone Array with smart noise-cancelling

Speakers
2x 2W Stereo Speakers, Dolby Audio

Optical drive

Security Lock slot
Kensington Nano Lock

Gifts
32GB USB Drive

Portability

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6 (Intel)

14.02" x 9.98" x 0.69" Dimensions

1.70 kg (3.7 lbs) Weight

Average 16.0-inch laptop

2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +20% Weight

Review

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6 in-depth review

The Intel version of the Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6 is a business machine that doesn't cost a whole fortune or at least if you go for a more modest CPU option. Speaking of which, this device can be found with 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake U, P, or H-series processors so pick your configuration carefully depending on your needs. The good news is that the nice upgradability and the modern port selection are available for all machines.Display-wise, you can choose among five IPS models - three 1200p variants (one of them is a touchscreen) and two 1600p panels (one with 60Hz and one with 120Hz refresh rate). If battery life is important for you, a combination of a 15W processor, 1920x1200 screen, and an optional 71Wh battery should be the way to go. On the other side, if you need more power and[...]

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Pros

Near-silent fan even under max CPU stress
Snappy performance for daily tasks
2x SODIMMs + 2x M.2 Gen 4 slots
PWM-free display that offers a very good contrast ratio (LEN160WUXGA (LEN9156))
16:10 aspect ratio, 353 nits max brightness, and wide viewing angles (LEN160WUXGA (LEN9156))
Has an aluminum lid
Optional IR Web camera + fingerprint reader
Has a privacy shutter
Comfortable spill-resistant keyboard with optional backlight
Good port selection
Decent CPU clocks in short loads
Long battery life

Cons

The plastic base could be a bit more solid
Unimpressive touchpad
The lid can't be opened with a single hand

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Step 1: Opening the Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6Ensure the laptop is powered off and placed on a clean, static-free surface. Remove the 9 Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the laptop. Note that the screws on the bottom are not captive. Use a thin plastic tool to pop the panel starting at the top two corners, then fully pry the back and work your way around the sides and the front to remove the panel.Step 2: Battery RemovalLocate the 45Wh battery (71Wh optional model available). Disconnect the battery connector from the motherboard. Remove the five Phillip[...]