This video provides a comprehensive review of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6, specifically the Intel model featuring the Core Ultra 255H processor. The reviewer argues that this generation marks a significant turning point, with the new Intel ARC integrated graphics making the Intel version superior to its traditionally favored AMD Ryzen counterpart for the first time.
The review covers the laptop's classic, rugged milspec build, excellent keyboard and trackpad, and user-upgradeable internals, including non-soldered RAM. A key highlight is the performance of the Core Ultra chip, which exhibits strong power delivery while maintaining exceptionally quiet fan operation, rarely exceeding 33 decibels. The ARC 140T integrated GPU is shown to be surprisingly capable, handling light gaming and productivity workloads like video editing with ease. Combined with an impressive battery life of nearly 10 hours, the reviewer concludes that the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 is a remarkable, albeit expensive, daily workhorse and the definitive model to choose for this year.
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 (Intel) Review: A Quiet Powerhouse
0:00 - A Shift to Intel: The review focuses on the P14s Gen 6 with the Core Ultra 255H CPU. The reviewer states that thanks to the new, powerful Intel ARC integrated graphics, this is the first generation where the Intel model is superior to the typically recommended AMD version.
1:47 - Classic ThinkPad Build: The laptop maintains the iconic rugged, military-spec tested design with a metal exterior, a soft-touch interior palm rest, and a versatile 180-degree hinge.
3:10 - Comprehensive Port Selection: It offers a generous array of ports, including two Thunderbolt 4, two USB-A, HDMI 2.1, a headset jack, and a compact Ethernet port, making it highly versatile for various setups.
5:00 - Excellent Input Devices: The P14s features the highly-praised backlit ThinkPad keyboard, a premium trackpad, and the iconic "Think Nipple" with dedicated physical buttons. A new dedicated key allows for quick switching between power modes.
6:34 - High-Quality Display Option: The reviewed model includes the upgraded 2560x1600, 90Hz, 400-nit display with 100% sRGB coverage, which is strongly recommended over the very basic standard screen.
7:52 - User-Upgradeable Internals: The laptop is easy to open, providing access to two non-soldered DDR5 RAM slots and a single Gen 4 SSD slot, allowing for cost-effective user upgrades. The Wi-Fi 7 card, however, is soldered.
9:15 - Impressively Quiet Performance: The Core Ultra 255H CPU delivers strong performance. A key takeaway is that the cooling system is exceptionally quiet, with fan noise barely reaching 33 decibels even under maximum sustained load.
12:14 - Capable Integrated Graphics: The Intel ARC 140T integrated graphics are a game-changer, powerful enough for light 1080p gaming (40-50 fps in titles like Apex) and demanding productivity tasks like video editing in DaVinci Resolve.
13:07 - Excellent All-Day Battery Life: The 75Wh battery provides an impressive 9 hours and 40 minutes of runtime in a YouTube streaming test. It charges via a standard USB-C port, making it compatible with various docks and power banks.
13:59 - Conclusion: The Best Choice This Year: The reviewer concludes that the combination of powerful and efficient ARC graphics, extremely quiet operation, and long battery life makes the Intel model the definitive winner for this generation and an outstanding daily workhorse.