Choose MacBook Pro 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at M4 Max (vs Intel Core i7 6820HQ 2.7GHz)
- GPU Model at Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU (vs Nvidia Quadro 3000M)
- Installed Memory at 48 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 1024 GB (vs 512 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare MacBook Pro 16 vs ThinkPad P70
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad P70 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MacBook Pro 16 | ThinkPad P70 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Apple | Lenovo |
| Product Family | MacBook | ThinkPad |
| Model | MacBook Pro 16 | ThinkPad P70 |
| Model Number | — | ThinkPad P70 |
| Launch Year | 2024 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Professional | Mainstream |
| Operating System | macOS | Windows 7 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Apple | Intel |
| Processor Family | Apple M4 Max | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | M4 Max | Intel Core i7 6820HQ 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apple M4 family | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 16 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 12 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 45 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Apple Neural Engine | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Apple | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU | Nvidia Quadro 3000M |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 4 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 4 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz via Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt; 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 48 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | Unified Memory | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | — | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | On-package | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 4 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 512 GB |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 4 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 2 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | RAID 0/1 |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SDXC | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | SDXC | UHS-II |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16.2 inch | 17.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Resolution Class | 3.5K | 4K |
| Display Technology | Mini-LED | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | Liquid Retina XDR | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | — |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| VRR Range | ProMotion up to 120 Hz; fixed 47.95–60 Hz Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | 1000 nits | 300 nits |
| Peak HDR Brightness | 1600 nits | — |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000000:1 | 800:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | ProMotion | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 170° x 170° degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 12MP | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes | — |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | Keyboard (Touch ID) | Keyboard bezel |
| Camera Features | Center Stage; Desk View; computational video | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 6-speaker system | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos | — |
| Microphone Configuration | 3-mic studio-quality array | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Magic Keyboard | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Force Touch | 3-button multi-touch touchpad |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | Dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | Optional |
| Cellular Standard | — | 4G LTE-Advanced |
| SIM Slot | — | Micro-SIM |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 0 ports | 4 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | 4x USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort | 2x USB-C / Thunderbolt 3 |
| USB4 Port Count | 3 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 120 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | Yes |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 2x M.2 storage slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 100 Wh | 96 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 8 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-ion |
| Removable Battery | — | Yes |
| Battery Life | 21 hours | 8.5 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | Video streaming | MobileMark 2014, discrete-graphics mode |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 140 W | 170 W |
| Power Connector | MagSafe 3 | Proprietary slim-tip |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 140 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 355.7 mm | 416 mm |
| Depth | 248.1 mm | 275.5 mm |
| Thickness | 16.8 mm | 34.2 mm |
| Weight | 2.15 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum | Glass-fiber + PPS / magnesium-aluminum |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | Glass-fiber + PPS |
| Base Material | Aluminum | Magnesium / aluminum |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Discrete TPM 1.2 / Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Intel vPro |
| Smart Card Support | — | Optional |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Gold (US and Canada) | Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 40% recycled content; 100% recycled aluminum enclosure | — |
| Product Carbon Footprint | 303 kg CO2e | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Type | Apple One-Year Limited Warranty | Depot or on-site limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad P70 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 6820HQ 2.7GHz (vs M4 Max)
- GPU Model at Nvidia Quadro 3000M (vs Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 48 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 1024 GB)
What is the difference between MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad P70?
MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad P70 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Maximum External Displays (4 displays), Primary Storage Type (SSD).
The main differences: Processor Model (MacBook Pro 16: M4 Max, ThinkPad P70: Intel Core i7 6820HQ 2.7GHz); GPU Model (MacBook Pro 16: Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU, ThinkPad P70: Nvidia Quadro 3000M); Installed Memory (MacBook Pro 16: 48 GB, ThinkPad P70: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (MacBook Pro 16: 1024 GB, ThinkPad P70: 512 GB).
MacBook Pro 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad P70 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.