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Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 215 3,2GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 1920x1200 IPS 60Hz 400 nits 45% NTSC |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card |
Full specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS
Reference / Part Number
21SC001CUS
Release date
October 2025, 10 months ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS),Polycarbonate (PC) |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 16 " (40,6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WUXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB color space | NTSC |
| Color gamut | 45 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 215 |
| Processor frequency | 3,2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 740M |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | AMD |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3287 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | No |
| WWAN | Not installed |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | AMD SoC |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 57 Wh |
|---|
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| USB Power Delivery | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Smart card reader | No |
| Windows Hello | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Certificates
| Certification | ENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3.9 lbs (1,79 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14.1 " (357,2 mm) |
| Depth | 10 " (253,4 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.4 " (1,1 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 0.8 " (1,97 cm) |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS?
It is a General use laptop with decent power for what that use calls for today: 61 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog.
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS worth its price?
Generally yes: today it starts at $1867 and its 8 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score puts it above the average of its type at that price.
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS cost?
Today it starts at $1867 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated AMD Radeon 740M. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS like?
It carries a 16" 1920x1200 IPS 60Hz 400 nits 45% NTSC display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 215 processor with the AMD Radeon 740M graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS made of?
Its housing is made of Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS),Polycarbonate (PC).
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS weigh?
It weighs 1,79 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (AMD) 21SC001CUS released?
Its release date is October 2025, 10 months ago.