Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 Adds RTX 5070 12GB for 50% More VRAM

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 refresh adds RTX 5070 12GB GPU and Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, boosting VRAM for creative tasks.

Lenovo refreshed the ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 laptop with newer processors and a graphics card that adds significant memory capacity. This update matters because the new GPU configuration offers 50 percent more video memory than previous options, which helps users running memory-heavy creative applications. Buyers who need extra VRAM for complex rendering tasks now have a viable mid-range option in this chassis.

New GPU and CPU options target memory-heavy creative workflows

The device retains its 16-inch form factor while swapping out internal components for the latest Intel and Nvidia hardware. Lenovo added the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor, which features 24 cores, alongside a weaker Core Ultra 7 251HX option with 18 cores. The laptop pairs these chips with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 12GB graphics card, which operates at a 115 W total graphics power limit.

Specifications

CPU Options: Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus (24-core), Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX (18-core)
GPU Options: Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 12GB (115 W TGP)
Display: 165 Hz IPS, 3.2K native resolution
Battery: 85 Wh
Storage: Dual M.2 2280 slots

The display remains a 165 Hz IPS panel with a 3.2K native resolution, providing a high-refresh-rate experience for gaming and productivity. Internal storage includes dual M.2 2280 slots, allowing users to expand their drive capacity easily. The system supports up to 64 GB of RAM and includes an 85 Wh battery to power the components.

Benchmark data from Notebookcheck indicates that the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus delivers significantly faster CPU performance than the Core Ultra 7 255HX and Core Ultra 9 275HX. Conversely, the Core Ultra 7 251HX trails the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus by over 20 percent in multi-core workloads. These performance gaps help users choose between the high-end and entry-level CPU options based on their specific workload requirements.

We looked at Lenovo ThinkPad E14 E16 Get Intel in our earlier Lenovo coverage while tracking similar vendor updates. Pricing and specific availability dates for the refreshed ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 remain unknown at this time. The laptop represents a hardware update focused on memory capacity and processor variety rather than a complete chassis redesign.