Choose ThinkBook 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at Core Ultra 5 (vs Intel Core i7-6820HQ)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 256 GB)
- Display Size at 16 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkBook 16 vs Precision 3520
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkBook 16 and Precision 3520 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkBook 16 | Precision 3520 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkBook | Dell Precision |
| Model | ThinkBook 16 | Precision 3520 |
| Model Number | ThinkBook 16 G7 IML | Precision 3520 |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Business | Mobile Workstation |
| Color | Arctic Grey | — |
| Operating System | — | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7-6820HQ |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 | 6th Gen (Skylake) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Skylake-H |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel vPro supported on eligible business systems |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 11 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | — | NVIDIA Quadro M620 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Maxwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 30 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1018 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160° degree |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90 % | — |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers, 2W x2 | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 W x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Audio | Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling | Digital-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Key Travel | 1.5 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision TouchPad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Touchpad Dimensions | 120 x 75 mm | — |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel dual-band wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | — | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 10 Gbps + Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps; USB PD; DisplayPort | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | Mini DisplayPort / USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 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 | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage slots | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 68 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | — | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | — | 130 W |
| Power Connector | — | Barrel power connector |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.0 | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 356 mm | 377.1 mm |
| Depth | 253.5 mm | 252.6 mm |
| Thickness | 17.5 mm | 24.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 2.17 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom | Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminium | Plastic |
| Base Material | PC-ABS | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810H | Business-platform durability testing; no blanket MIL-STD claim |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Dell business BIOS/UEFI manageability |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Yes | Dell BIOS recovery and management features |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 9.0 | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 25% PCC battery enclosure; 50% PCC keycaps; 30% PCC speaker enclosure; 90% PCC 65W adapter | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5–35 °C | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 8–95 % RH | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | 5–43 °C | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Precision 3520 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-6820HQ (vs Core Ultra 5)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 512 GB)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 16 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkBook 16 and Precision 3520?
ThinkBook 16 and Precision 3520 share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkBook 16: Core Ultra 5, Precision 3520: Intel Core i7-6820HQ); Storage Capacity (ThinkBook 16: 512 GB, Precision 3520: 256 GB); Display Size (ThinkBook 16: 16 inch, Precision 3520: 15.6 inch).
ThinkBook 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while Precision 3520 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.