Lenovo ThinkPad P14s i7 1260P *12 Core* 20GB RAM 1TB SSD IPS NVIDIA T550 WIN11 (1381)

Hardware Specifications

Processor - Intel i7 1260P 2.2Ghz to 4.8Ghz 18MB Smart Cache **12 cores 16 threads** (Alder Lake-P Socket 1744)
System Memory - 20GB DDR4 1 x 16GB soldered + 1 x 4GB module removable
Storage -  1TB Solid State Hard Drive M.2 &- Up to 10 times faster than a traditional mechanical drive
Display - 14" IPS Screen WUXGA anti-glare 1920 x 1080 resolution 300 nits 16:10 aspect ratio
Graphics - NVIDIA T550 4GB GDDR6 Memory
UK Backlit Keyboard
Ports - 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen1,  2 x Thunderbolt 4, 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45),  Smart Card Reader
WIFI & Bluetooth - Intel integrated WIFI 6E & Bluetooth 5.2, the lid has the WWAN antennas no WWAN card is installed 
Audio - Realtek HD Audio speakers, Audio & Microphone jack
Webcam - IR & FHD 1080p Hybrid integrated with privacy shutter
Battery - 1 x Internal 52.5Whr battery with rapid charge
Weight - 1.38Kgs
AC Adaptor - Replacement 65W USB-C Included with UK 3 pin plug

Software Included

Operating System - Microsoft Windows 11 64 bit Professional
Open office - Open source (free) word, excel, power point
Anti-Virus - Microsoft Defender
Web Browsers - Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge,
System Tools - Lenovo System Update Utility, Lenovo Solution Centre
Media Players - VLC Player
Additional Apps (Free Versions) - Core Temperature App, Crystal Disk App, Battery Info App

Description

The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s is an ultra-portable professional workstation that combines impressive processing power with dedicated NVIDIA graphics and exceptional mobility.

Powered by the Intel Core i7-1260P processor with 12 cores and 16 threads, it offers excellent performance for multitasking, business applications, software development and demanding professional workloads.

The machine is equipped with 20GB of RAM and a fast 1TB M.2 SSD, providing responsive everyday performance, quick boot times and plenty of storage for applications, documents and media.

Graphics are handled by the NVIDIA T550 with 4GB dedicated graphics memory, providing additional GPU performance for CAD, engineering, technical applications, 3D work and other graphics-intensive workloads.

The 14-inch WUXGA display provides a sharp and spacious working area, making it ideal for productivity and professional applications.

The laptop features a UK layout backlit keyboard, making it comfortable to use in low-light environments. An IR webcam provides convenient Windows Hello facial recognition, while the integrated fingerprint reader offers an additional secure login option.

One of the biggest advantages of this ThinkPad P14s is its portability. At just 1.38kg, it is exceptionally easy to carry, making it an excellent choice for professionals who regularly travel between the office, home and client locations.

Combining a powerful 12-core Intel processor, dedicated NVIDIA T550 graphics, 1TB SSD storage, a high-resolution display and an ultra-portable design, the ThinkPad P14s is an excellent professional workstation for users who don't want to compromise performance for portability.

Unrestricted Access: The BIOS is free from password restrictions, ensuring you have full control over your machine.

Cores and Threads Explained

• Cores: These are the physical components within the CPU that perform actual processing tasks. Having more cores generally means better performance and the ability to handle more tasks simultaneously.
• Threads: Threads are the smallest sequence of programmed instructions that can be managed independently by a scheduler. With technologies like Hyper-Threading (by Intel) or Simultaneous Multi-Threading each physical core can handle two threads, effectively doubling the number of tasks the CPU can manage at once.

Why It Matters

• Performance: More cores and threads improve multitasking and performance, especially for tasks like video editing, gaming, or running multiple applications simultaneously.
• Efficiency: It allows the CPU to distribute tasks more efficiently, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall system responsiveness.

Think of it like having 12 chefs (cores) in a kitchen, each capable of handling two dishes (threads) at the same time. So, your kitchen can work on 16 dishes simultaneously, improving the efficiency of your culinary operation!

Condition

As shown in the video and pictures, this laptop is in Excellent Reurbished Condition. It is fully functional, with only minor cosmetic imperfections typical of light use:

• Lid : A few very minor scuffs / scratches
• Bottom Case: A few minor scuffs / scratches 
• Palmrest: Minor small chip to the plastic just below the smart card reader purley cosmetic 
• Screen: The screen has a ting faint spec mark to the upper left, detailed in the above product video very hard to see 

These minor imperfections are cosmetic only and do not affect the laptop’s functionality. Please refer to the pictures and video for a detailed look at its condition.

Preparation, Diagnostic & Cleaning

The internal fan have been removed cleaned & hoovered then sprayed with compressed air new thermal paste applied to ensure of a cool quiet running experience as you can see from the good processor temperature reading via the Core Temp App as shown in the product picture . The motherboard is checked for any signs of liquid spills hoovered and sprayed with compressed air to remove any dust or debris. The keyboard has been fully tested hoovered and cleaned with a sanitizer solution using a toothbrush to remove any dirt and grime! All exteriors of the laptop are then cleaned with a sanitizer solution using a microfiber cloth. The screen is cleaned using a non-smear solution and a specialized LCD screen cleaning cloth. All ports are checked and tested as working.

The SSD has been checked using the Crystal Disk application and as you can see in the product picture, it reports Good health and a good temperature. The laptop then has a full diagnostic scan to ensure there are no failings or issues, as you will see in the  video it passed without any issues. It is then left to run for at least 24 hours without been allowed to sleep or hibernate to ensure no issues develop.

Battery

This model has one internal 52.5Wh battery, Windows has indicated 3:57 after a full charge the laptop has then been left to run on the battery without been allowed to sleep or hibernate or turn the screen off for 1:30 hours after which Windows indicated 6:24 remaining @ 80% capacity. The Battery Info View tool is also used to obtain the readings of the battery health which is 83.4% (may vary) as shown in the last product picture & video . This will vary depending on usage and settings and is an indication only I offer no guarantees on the battery as it is a used consumable item.

All Windows, System & Bios Updates are applied at the time of listing so it’s ready to go!

As you will see the laptop has a tamper evident security seal on the rear of the laptop if this is removed or damaged this may invalidate the warranty and return process