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Lenovo Thinkpad P50 Mobile Workstation i7 Quadro 32GB 1TB

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Mobile Workstation Power for Professionals on the Go The Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Mobile Workstation combines powerful performance with portability. Featuring an Intel Core i7 processor, dedicated NVIDIA Quadro graphics, and a Full HD display, this workstation is ready to handle demanding professional...

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Overview

Mobile Workstation Power for Professionals on the Go

The Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Mobile Workstation combines powerful performance with portability. Featuring an Intel Core i7 processor, dedicated NVIDIA Quadro graphics, and a Full HD display, this workstation is ready to handle demanding professional applications.

Specifications

  • Processor: Intel Core i7-6700HQ (up to 3.5 GHz)
  • Operating System: Windows 7 Pro 64-bit
  • Display: 15.6" Full HD IPS (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare
  • Memory: 32GB DDR4 RAM
  • Storage: 1TB Hybrid Drive
  • Graphics: NVIDIA Quadro M1000M 4GB VRAM
  • Wireless Connectivity: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC, Bluetooth 4.1
  • Ports: 4x USB 3.0, HDMI, mini-DisplayPort, USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3, Ethernet, Headphone/Mic Combo
  • Keyboard: Backlit, Spill-Resistant with Full Number Pad

Key Features

Intel Core i7-6700HQ (6M Cache, up to 3.5 GHz) - 1TB Hybrid Drive w/ 8GB NAND Flash - 32GB PC4-17000 DDR4 SDRAM, 2133MHz SODIMM

15.6" Full HD IPS (1920x1080) Anti-Glare, Non-Touch Display - NVIDIA Quadro M1000M Discrete Graphics with upgraded 4GB VRAM - Stereo Speakers

Built in HD 720p Webcam with Dual noise-cancelling Microphones - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC (2x2) 8260, Bluetooth Version 4.1 - Fingerprint Reader - Smart Card Reader

4x USB 3.0 ports (one Always On), HDMI, mini-DisplayPort, Ethernet (RJ-45), USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3, Dock Connector, 4-in-1 card Reader, Dock Connector, Headphone/Mic Combo

Windows 7 Pro 64-Bit - ThinkPad Precision Spill-Resistant, Backlit Keyboard with Full NumberPad / 6-cell Li-Polymer (90Whr) External Battery / 170-Watt AC-Adapter

Specifications

Processor
Intel Core i7-6700HQ
Processor Cache
6M Cache
Processor Max Turbo Frequency
3.5 GHz
Storage
1TB Hybrid Drive w/ 8GB NAND Flash
RAM
32GB PC4-17000 DDR4 SDRAM
RAM Speed
2133MHz SODIMM
Display Size
15.6"
Display Resolution
Full HD IPS (1920x1080)
Display Type
Anti-Glare, Non-Touch
Graphics Card
NVIDIA Quadro M1000M Discrete Graphics
Video Memory
4GB VRAM
Webcam
HD 720p Webcam
Wireless Connectivity
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC (2x2) 8260, Bluetooth Version 4.1
Security Features
Fingerprint Reader, Smart Card Reader
USB 3.0 Ports
4
Video Output
HDMI, mini-DisplayPort
Thunderbolt Port
USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3
Card Reader
4-in-1 card Reader
Battery
6-cell Li-Polymer (90Whr) External Battery
Operating System
Windows 7 Pro 64-Bit
Keyboard
Spill-Resistant, Backlit Keyboard with Full NumberPad

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, delivering reliable performance for demanding workstation tasks.
  • Equipped with 32GB PC4-17000 DDR4 SDRAM, providing substantial memory for intense multitasking and professional applications.
  • Boasts a 1TB Hybrid Drive with 8GB NAND Flash, offering a balance of high capacity storage and improved access speeds.
  • Includes NVIDIA Quadro M1000M discrete graphics with 4GB VRAM, providing enhanced visual performance for graphic-intensive work.
  • Comes with a 15.6" Full HD IPS (1920x1080) Anti-Glare, Non-Touch Display, offering clear and comfortable viewing.

👎 Cons

  • The Intel Core i7-6700HQ is a 6th generation processor, which may not offer the latest performance advancements compared to newer generations.
  • Comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Pro 64-Bit, an older operating system that may require an upgrade for full compatibility with modern software and security updates.
  • The 1TB Hybrid Drive, while faster than a traditional HDD, may not match the raw speed of a pure solid-state drive (SSD).
  • The NVIDIA Quadro M1000M, while a discrete graphics card, may not be the most powerful option for extremely demanding 3D rendering or complex simulations.
  • Weighing as a mobile workstation, its portability might be limited compared to thinner, lighter consumer-grade laptops.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Lenovo Thinkpad P50 Mobile Workstation is powered by an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, capable of reaching speeds up to 3.5 GHz.
It comes with a 1TB Hybrid Drive that includes 8GB NAND Flash, which offers improved speed over traditional HDDs but is not a pure SSD.
The Thinkpad P50 Mobile Workstation comes with Windows 7 Pro 64-Bit pre-installed.
It features a 15.6" Full HD IPS (1920x1080) Anti-Glare, Non-Touch Display, designed for clear viewing.
Yes, the ThinkPad Precision keyboard is spill-resistant and backlit, and it also includes a full number pad.
This workstation is equipped with NVIDIA Quadro M1000M Discrete Graphics, featuring an upgraded 4GB of VRAM.
Yes, it includes a Fingerprint Reader and a Smart Card Reader for enhanced security.