Best 1.81kg Laptops in 2026: All 5 ThinkPads Compared on Specs
Our top pick is the Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 with a Core Ultra 5 125H: 32GB of memory, 1TB of storage, a 16-inch 1920 x 1200 screen and Windows 11 Pro, sold under Lenovo's own name at a stated 1.81 kg. That weight favors screen space over travel comfort but still carries daily in a backpack. All five laptops in our catalogue at 1.81 kg are ThinkPads, compared here from stated specifications, not lab tests.
5 picks from 4 laptops that match this guide with a price we can quote today. Every price below is live and carries the moment it was read.
The picks at a glance
| # | Pick | Laptop | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best overall | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop | $1,409.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details) |
| 2 | Only dedicated GPU | Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Mobile Workstation | $2,988.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details) |
| 3 | Best AMD configuration | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 16" WUXGA Business Laptop | |
| 4 | AMD E16 with 16GB | Olialia Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop | $1,699.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details) |
| 5 | Entry ThinkPad E16 | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Laptop | $1,049.98 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details) |
Which one should you buy?
- For most business users: The ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 with a Core Ultra 5 125H brings 32GB of memory, 1TB of storage and a stated 47Wh battery under Lenovo's own name. See pick 1
- For 3D, CAD and GPU work: The ThinkPad P15 is the only pick with a dedicated graphics card, an RTX A2000 with 4GB, plus 64GB of memory and 2TB of storage. See pick 2
- For an AMD business laptop: One reseller's E16 Gen 2 configuration pairs a Ryzen 7 7735HS and Radeon 680M graphics with 32GB of memory and 1TB of storage. See pick 3
The 5 picks
1 Best overall
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop
- CPU
- Intel Core Ultra 5 125H
- RAM
- 32 GB
- Storage
- 1000 GB
- Screen
- 16 in
- Refresh
- 60 Hz
- Weight
- 1.81 kg
- Battery
- 47 Wh
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro
$1,409.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details)
It is the only E16 here listed under Lenovo's name rather than as a reseller configuration, and it pairs an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H with 32GB of memory, 1TB of storage and Windows 11 Pro. It is also the only pick that states a battery capacity, 47Wh.
Pros
- Listed under Lenovo's name, not a reseller configuration
- 32GB of memory and 1TB of storage
- 47Wh battery, the only capacity stated here
- Windows 11 Pro
Cons
- 60Hz, 1920 x 1200 screen
- Integrated graphics only; no dedicated card stated
Good fit if
- Office workers and consultants who want a 16-inch business laptop
- Employees on employer-managed Windows 11 Pro devices
Skip if
- You need a dedicated graphics card for 3D or CAD
- You want a faster or sharper screen
Verdict: The most complete and clearly documented laptop at 1.81 kg.
2 Only dedicated GPU
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Mobile Workstation
- CPU
- Intel Core i7-11850H
- GPU
- RTX A2000
- GPU memory
- 4 GB
- RAM
- 64 GB
- Storage
- 2000 GB
- Screen
- 15.6 in
- Weight
- 1.81 kg
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro
$2,988.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details)
It is the only pick with a dedicated graphics card, an NVIDIA RTX A2000 with 4GB, and it carries 64GB of memory and 2TB of storage, the most of both in this list. The Intel Core i7-11850H is an 11th generation chip, older than the processors in the E16 picks.
Pros
- NVIDIA RTX A2000 with 4GB of graphics memory
- 64GB of memory, the most here
- 2TB of storage, the most here
- Windows 11 Pro
Cons
- The stated 1.81 kg could not be confirmed from Lenovo; check it before buying
- 15.6-inch FHD screen, smaller than the 16-inch E16 picks
- Older 11th generation Intel processor
Good fit if
- Engineers and designers who run CAD or 3D software
- Users who need large memory for data or virtual machines
Skip if
- Weight is critical to you and you cannot confirm the figure
- You only need office software
Verdict: The workstation pick; verify the weight before counting on it.
3 Best AMD configuration
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 16" WUXGA Business Laptop
- CPU
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
- GPU
- Radeon 680M
- RAM
- 32 GB
- Storage
- 1000 GB
- Screen
- 16 in
- Weight
- 1.81 kg
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro
This ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 is a configuration sold by one reseller; the listing says the 32GB of memory is customized. It pairs an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and Radeon 680M graphics with 1TB of storage on a 16-inch WUXGA screen.
Pros
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, 8 cores per the listing
- Radeon 680M integrated graphics
- 32GB of memory and 1TB of storage
- Windows 11 Pro
Cons
- Reseller configuration with customized memory: confirm which warranty applies
- Battery capacity not stated by the seller
Good fit if
- Business users who prefer AMD
- People who multitask heavily on a 16-inch screen
Skip if
- You want a listing sold under Lenovo's own name
- You need a dedicated graphics card
Verdict: The strongest E16 on paper, via a reseller.
4 AMD E16 with 16GB
Olialia Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop
- CPU
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
- GPU
- Radeon 680M
- RAM
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Screen
- 16 in
- Weight
- 1.81 kg
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro
$1,699.00 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details)
This ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 is a configuration sold by another reseller, with the same Ryzen 7 7735HS and Radeon 680M as the 32GB reseller pick. It comes with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage, half of both.
Pros
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS with Radeon 680M graphics
- 16-inch screen
- Windows 11 Pro
Cons
- Half the memory and storage of the 32GB reseller configuration
- Reseller configuration with customized memory: confirm which warranty applies
Good fit if
- Office users with standard business apps
- Buyers who want the 7735HS without more memory than they need
Skip if
- You keep large files locally
- You want a listing sold under Lenovo's own name
Verdict: A smaller configuration of the AMD E16 Gen 2.
5 Entry ThinkPad E16
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Laptop
- CPU
- Intel Core Ultra 5 125U
- GPU
- Radeon 660M
- RAM
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Screen
- 16 in
- Weight
- 1.81 kg
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro
$1,049.98 (as of 10/20/2026 18:22 PDT - Details)
This ThinkPad E16 is a configuration sold by a reseller. It has an AMD Ryzen 5 7535U with Radeon 660M graphics, 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage on a 16-inch FHD+ screen.
Pros
- AMD Ryzen 5 7535U with Radeon 660M graphics
- 16GB of memory
- Windows 11 Pro
Cons
- Reseller configuration: confirm which warranty applies
- 512GB of storage
- Battery capacity not stated by the seller
Good fit if
- Office work, browsing and video calls
- Small businesses buying standard work laptops
Skip if
- You run heavy multitasking or creative apps
- You want a listing sold under Lenovo's own name
Verdict: The basic ThinkPad at this weight.
Side by side
| # | Laptop | CPU | GPU | GPU memory | Rentable GPU model | RAM | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | not stated | not stated | not stated | 32 GB | 1000 GB |
| 2 | Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Mobile Workstation | Intel Core i7-11850H | RTX A2000 | 4 GB | not stated | 64 GB | 2000 GB |
| 3 | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 16" WUXGA Business Laptop | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Radeon 680M | not stated | not stated | 32 GB | 1000 GB |
| 4 | Olialia Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Business Laptop | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Radeon 680M | not stated | not stated | 16 GB | 512 GB |
| 5 | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Laptop | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Radeon 660M | not stated | not stated | 16 GB | 512 GB |
How we picked
How we picked: five listings in our catalogue state a weight of 1.81 kg, and all five are on this page. Four are ThinkPad E16 business laptops and one is a ThinkPad P15 mobile workstation. Three of the E16 listings are configurations sold by resellers, which we label on each pick; the E16 Gen 2 with a Core Ultra 5 125H and the P15 are listed under Lenovo's name. The P15 listing pairs a 1.81 kg weight with a dedicated RTX A2000 graphics card; we could not confirm that figure from Lenovo, so check it before buying. Prices on this page are live: each one is read from the store listing and shown with the time it was read. Nobody at wikilaptop.org has tested these units.
How to choose
What 1.81 kg means to carry
A stated 1.81 kg is a sturdy full-size laptop: still carryable daily in a backpack, but favoring screen space over travel comfort. Four of the five laptops here have a 16-inch screen; the P15 has 15.6 inches.
The figure excludes the charger. Laptops with a dedicated graphics card often use a larger power adapter, which adds to what you carry. For a lighter frame, compare the 1.7 kg group on this site.
Dedicated or integrated graphics
Only the ThinkPad P15 lists a dedicated graphics card, an NVIDIA RTX A2000 with 4GB. A dedicated card helps with 3D, CAD, video editing and GPU-accelerated software. The E16 picks use graphics built into the processor (Radeon 660M or 680M on the AMD models), which are fine for office work, browsing and video calls.
Processor and memory
The E16 picks range from the AMD Ryzen 5 7535U to the Ryzen 7 7735HS and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H. The P15's Core i7-11850H is from an older generation. Memory runs from 16GB to 64GB: 16GB suits office work, 32GB suits heavy multitasking, and 64GB fits large datasets and virtual machines.
Two reseller listings say their memory is customized, meaning the reseller changed it from the factory configuration. Ask whether that affects the warranty.
Buying from a reseller
Three of the five laptops are configurations sold by resellers. Before buying, confirm the original model, which parts were changed or added, which warranty applies (Lenovo's or the reseller's) and how returns and repairs are handled. We make no claims about these resellers' support because we have no source for it.
Windows 11 Pro on every pick
All five laptops here state Windows 11 Pro. Pro adds business features such as BitLocker drive encryption and group policy, which matter on devices an employer manages. Microsoft's BitLocker documentation lists the Pro, Enterprise and Education editions as the ones that support BitLocker enablement.
Questions
Do I need a dedicated graphics card?
Only if you play modern games, edit video, work in 3D or CAD, or run GPU-accelerated software. For office work, browsing and streaming, integrated graphics are enough and usually use less power. In this list, only the ThinkPad P15 has a dedicated card; the four E16 models rely on integrated graphics.
Is 1.81 kg suitable for students?
Yes, for students who need a larger screen or more power and mostly carry the laptop in a backpack. For long daily walks, a lighter laptop in the 1.6 kg range will be more comfortable. Remember that the stated weight excludes the charger, which adds to what you carry.
Why does the P15 carry a warning about its weight?
The listing states 1.81 kg, the same as the E16 business models, while it also lists a dedicated RTX A2000 graphics card and 64GB of memory. We could not confirm that weight from Lenovo's published specifications, so we ask you to check it with the seller or Lenovo before relying on it.
What does customized memory mean on a reseller listing?
The reseller has replaced or added memory after the laptop left the factory, for example to reach 32GB. That can be a useful upgrade, but ask which warranty covers the new parts and the rest of the laptop, and whether the maker's warranty still applies.
Did you test these laptops?
No. Nobody at wikilaptop.org has tested these units. We compared them on the specifications stated on each listing and on Microsoft's published Windows information. We do not describe build quality, keyboard feel or battery life in hours, because those claims need testing we have not done.
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