Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 (AMD)
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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 (AMD) Overview
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 (AMD) is a durable, budget-conscious business notebook built for professionals, remote workers, and everyday multitasking. Featuring energy-efficient AMD hardware, flexible memory expansion, and an immersive 16-inch display, it strikes a solid balance between performance, security, and affordability.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification Details |
| Processor Options | AMD Ryzen 3 7335U, Ryzen 5 7535U, Ryzen 5 7535HS, Ryzen 7 7735U, Ryzen 7 7735HS |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon 660M or AMD Radeon 680M |
| Display Options | 16.0″ IPS anti-glare display • WUXGA (1920 x 1200) • WQXGA (2560 x 1600) |
| Memory (RAM) | Up to 64GB DDR5 |
| Storage | Up to 8TB M.2 NVMe SSD support |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Home, Windows 10, or OS-Free |
| Dimensions | 356.1 x 247.7 x 19.85–20.20 mm (14.02″ x 9.75″ x 0.78″) |
| Weight | Starting at 1.78 kg (3.9 lbs) |
Connectivity & Security Features
Port Selection
- USB-A: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps, Always On / Sleep & Charge)
- USB-C: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort)
- Display Output: 1x HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K @ 60Hz)
- Networking: RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
- Audio: 3.5mm combo headphone/microphone jack
Multimedia & Security
- Audio: Dual 2W stereo speakers tuned by HARMAN, Dolby Atmos support, dual-array noise-cancelling microphones
- Webcam: FHD 1080p + IR camera with physical privacy shutter and fixed focus
- Security & Input: Optional match-on-chip fingerprint reader, backlit keyboard, Kensington Nano Security Slot
Performance Benchmarks
CPU Performance (3D Rendering – Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core)
Higher scores represent stronger multi-threaded processing capabilities for heavy tasks like rendering and compiling.
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS:
795 pts - AMD Ryzen 7 7735U:
669 pts - AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS:
575 pts - AMD Ryzen 5 7535U:
385 pts
Integrated GPU Benchmarks (3DMark Time Spy Graphics)
- AMD Radeon 680M:
2,666 pts - AMD Radeon 660M:
1,586 pts
Light Gaming Capability (1080p Full HD)
While designed primarily for business, models equipped with integrated Radeon 680M or 660M graphics can easily handle esports titles and lighter casual games at modest settings:
- Esports / Competitive Titles(e.g., CS:GO, League of Legends, Valorant):
- Radeon 680M: 100+ FPS (Low/Medium Settings), 50+ FPS (High Settings)
- Radeon 660M: 70–100 FPS (Low/Medium Settings)
- Casual / Light 3D Games:
- Smooth frame rates achievable on low-to-medium presets at 1080p resolution.
- AAA / Heavy Games:
- Limited performance; typically requires minimal settings and low resolutions to maintain playable frame rates.
Popular Configuration Pricing Reference
- Base Configuration: AMD Ryzen 5 7535U | 8GB RAM | 256GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro — ~$625 USD
- Mid-Tier Configuration: AMD Ryzen 5 7535U | 16GB RAM | 256GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro — ~$665–$680 USD
- High-Performance Configuration: AMD Ryzen 7 7735U / 7735HS | Radeon 680M | 16GB+ RAM — ~$738–$814 USD