Lenovo ThinkPad P51

Name: Lenovo ThinkPad P51
Brand: lenovo
SKU: 6328627399bae3fc36aaf4ca
Rating: 2.4 (11 reviews)

Based on 11 reviews

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Great for resource-intensive applications

Size, weight, and 10-key feature

Smooth performance with no lag

Good battery life

Competitive price

Not compatible with Linux fingerprint reader

Camera not working

Occasional crashing blue screen

Verdict

The Lenovo ThinkPad P51 is a popular mobile workstation that is well-suited for resource-intensive applications such as video editing, 3D modeling, animation, visual effects, and high-end scientific analysis. It is part of the ThinkPad family and is known for its size, weight, and 10-key feature. Many users have reported that the laptop runs smoothly with no lag and that the battery life is good. However, some users have experienced issues with the fingerprint reader not being compatible with Linux and the camera not working. The price is competitive and for some extra cash, users can max out the laptop. Overall, the Lenovo ThinkPad P51 is a reliable and powerful mobile workstation.

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Unfortunate..

Nice computer, unfortunately I keep getting stuck on the Lenovo screen everytime I open the lid. I have to perform a hard shut down and then turn back on again. This happened on day 1. Very frustrating

Seems like a solid machine

Haven't used it all too much yet in the time I've had it, but: -Graphics and RAM is plenty fine for 3D drafting and review. Autodesk Fusion 360, Solidworks Viewer, and VCarve all work with no hiccups at all. It is smooth, with no laggy spots. -Keyboard feel seems above average for laptops, at least ...

I use Debian Linux as my primary OS and unfortunately, the fingerprint reader is not compatible. However, audio and webcam and all the function keys work out-of-the-box. The HDMI output has video out-of-the-box but getting the audio working in linux takes some effort.

I like the finger print and the hardware for the laptop Although the camera did not work I contacted the TECH sppourt they said we will send and they Never did

The laptop has great potential, Lenovo customer service way below my expectations.

After about one year of use I now find the machine great. I got used to the things I initially wasn't very happy about and love the feeling of the Thinkpad keyboards: - the battery still lasts quite long - I consistently get around 4 hours, for average CPU-intensive activities. - from time to time (...

Competitive Pricing and Outstanding Support!!!

First things first - the seller communication should be noted, as I had a few of them and they were promptly (same day) answered by the seller. That was a positive sign. Shipping was fast and laptop arrived a day before it was scheduled (from East Coast to Washington State). First impression - absol...

Price is very competitive and for some extra cash you can max it out. Replaced the RAM with 64Gb and added another drive. Runs everything I throw at it.

Could not get it to access internet. Took to ...

Could not get it to access internet. Took to computer shop and they too could not gain access. Followed their recommendation and sent it back.

I love the size, weight, 10-key feature. It is easy to use and we have always been impressed with the Lenovo products.

Lenovo ThinkPad P51 Review

The mobile workstation arena contains several key players, who create uber-laptops specifically to handle resource-hungry applications such as video editing, 3D modeling, animation, visual effects, and high-end scientific analysis. HP and Dell have dedicated brands for their portable workstations, t...

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Joe Herman

pcmag.com

Specs

Brand

Lenovo

Series

ThinkPad P51

Screen Size

15.6 Inches

Color

Black

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