about €20 more. And the WWAN option gives you more than just the possibility of installing a modem: the WWAN model has a different speaker configuration.

The regular models have two downward-firing speakers, while the WWAN version has an additional two upward-firing speakers.

Third, the P1 was actually a little cheaper. For some reason, the memory upgrade cost was lower on the P1 than on the T1g, and the discount on the P1 was also better.

I also considered the X9-388H configuration without a dGPU, but the iGPU-only model has a significantly different and smaller cooling solution that doesn't cover some of the VRMs. That could potentially become an issue for fan noise, thermal stability and throttling.

Another customization I made was ordering it without a preinstalled OS and with the smallest possible SSD, since I already had a 4 TB SSD purchased before SSD prices went crazy.

# Unboxing and teardown

First, the unboxing.

[\[Video: P1 Gen 9, size comparison with MacBook Pro 16 and Yoga Pro 9i 14\]](https://youtu.be/mwIQCnFzINE)

I also compared the three Lenovo 140 W power adapters: the one that came with the Yoga Pro 9i, the ThinkPad adapter, and the GaN Legion charger that I find particularly convenient for travel.

https://preview.redd.it/z8mlgvqufjmh1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b328091474174891c7ff86043bf8f19ab684cea1

https://preview.redd.it/cwigewqufjmh1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=df7389fa6399624756a7a443bdf9f2b61bd50cad

And then, of course, the obligatory [disassembly video](https://youtube.com/shorts/0b41UZWa_O0?feature=share).



Technically, this is my second ThinkPad — but the first one I had was from around 2000, so I'm not sure that really counts. :)

# Build quality & design

The build quality and materials are excellent.

I would probably still prefer the simpler all-aluminum body of the Yoga line, but I'm gradually getting used to the soft-touch ThinkPad finish.

The chassis is extremely rigid. There is virtually no flex, the lid can easily be opened with one finger, and it stays firmly in whatever position you put it.

The weight feels just right to me: not particularly heavy, but still substantial and solid.

I wouldn't call the P1 extremely thin, but the tapered edges make it look thinner than the actual measurements suggest.

Some people have mentioned that the finish is a fingerprint magnet, but I honestly don't see much difference compared with other laptops I've used. Maybe my fingers are just unusually dry. :)

Coming from a 14" Yoga, the P1 doesn't actually look dramatically larger despite being a 16" laptop. Even my wife didn't notice the difference at first. :)

It still fits comfortably into a standard backpack, and even some smaller ones. I'd say it's close to the practical limit of how compact a 16" workstation laptop can be.

The power adapter is also reasonably compact, although I'll probably continue using my Legion GaN charger when traveling.

# Display

**16" 3200×2000 Tandem OLED**
**40–120 Hz VRR**
**650 nits SDR / 1600 nits HDR**
**Matte**

I was particularly excited to try the Tandem OLED display, and I have to say: it did not disappoint.

I frequently work in very bright environments, so maximum usable brightness is one of my highest priorities when choosing a laptop. I've rejected several otherwise excellent laptops simply because of their displays.

On paper, the Tandem OLED doesn't look dramatically better than the Mini-LED in my Yoga, particularly in terms of brightness.

In real-world use, however, it is much better.

Regardless of the quoted specifications, the P1's display is clearly better suited to bright environments because of the combination of the matte finish and OLED contrast.

Where I was running the Yoga at maximum brightness, I can now comfortably use the P1 at around 60% brightness.

At the same time, there is no noticeable light bleeding, so the display is also very comfortable in low-light and nighttime use.

# What about the "graininess"?

When reading P1 Gen 8 reviews, I frequently saw complaints about screen