Lenovo ThinkPad P15 i7 11800H *8 CORE* 64GB RAM 256GB SSD IPS NVIDIA T1200 (1161)

Hardware Specifications

Processor - Intel i7 11800H 2.3Ghz to 4.6Ghz 24MB Smart Cache **8 cores 16 threads** (Tiger Lake LGA 1200)
System Memory - 64GB DDR4 4 x 16GB modules (Max supported 128GB)
Storage -  256GB M.2 Solid State Hard Drive &- Up to 10 times faster than a traditional mechanical drive
Display - 15.6" IPS Screen FHD anti-glare 1920 x 1080 resolution 300 nits 16:9 aspect ratio
Graphics - NVIDIA T1200 4GB GDDR6 Memory
US Backlit Keyboard
Finger Print Reader
Ports - 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 , 1 x USB-C  2 x Thunderbolt 3, 1 x HDMI 2.1 4K, 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45), 4-in-1 reader (MMC,SDHC, SDXC)
WIFI & Bluetooth - Intel integrated WIFI & Bluetooth 5.1, the lid has the antennas for LTE no WWAN card is installed
Audio - Realtek HD Audio speakers, Audio & Microphone jack
Webcam -  IR & HD720p hybrid integrated 
Battery - 1 x Internal 94Wh
Weight - 2.74Kgs
AC Adaptor - Replacement 170W 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 – High-Performance Mobile Workstation
This professional-grade laptop is powered by an Intel Core i7-11800H processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, delivering outstanding performance for demanding tasks. It comes equipped with 64GB of RAM, upgradeable to 128GB, making it ideal for heavy multitasking and professional workloads.

The system includes a fast 256GB M.2 SSD with a quick 23-second boot time, and there are two additional M.2 slots available for future storage expansion. The 15.6" Full HD IPS display (1920 x 1080) offers sharp visuals and accurate color reproduction, while the NVIDIA T1200 graphics card ensures smooth performance for CAD, 3D modeling, and creative applications.

Designed for productivity and comfort, it features a US layout backlit keyboard, a fingerprint reader, and an IR camera for secure logins via Windows Hello. Whether you're working with complex software, editing high-resolution media, or running virtual machines, this ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 is a powerful and reliable workstation built for high-end tasks.

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 8 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 Used Condition. It is fully functional, with only minor cosmetic imperfections typical of light use:

• Lid and Bottom Case: A few very minor scuffs/scratch marks.
• Please note the fans on this model can be a little noisy when under load i.e. windows updates etc, this is perfectly normal and expected behaviour of this powerful model. (The fans have been cleaned) 

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 fans have been cleaned & hoovered then sprayed with compressed air 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 94Wh battery, Windows has indicated 4:45 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 4:49 hours remaining @ 76% capacity. The Battery Info View tool is also used to obtain the readings of the battery health which is 94.1% 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