Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 12C (2P + 8E + 2LPE)/14T, Max Turbo up to 5.2GHz, 12MB, 1x 16GB SO-DIMM DDR5-5600, 512GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4 NVMe Opal 2.0, 16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS 400nits 45% NTSC 60Hz, Intel Graphics, Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 802.11ax 2x2 + BT5.3, 5.0MP + IR Discrete with Privacy Shutter, Windows 11 Pro

Key Features

• Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 12C (2P + 8E + 2LPE)/14T, Max Turbo up to 5.2GHz, 12MB
• 16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS 400nits 45% NTSC 60Hz
• 1x 16GB SO-DIMM DDR5-5600
• 512GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4 NVMe Opal 2.0
• Intel Graphics
• Windows 11 Pro

Reasons To Buy

AUTOMATE SIMPLE TASKS

The ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (16″ Intel) laptop is an AI PC, enabling a range of productivity-rich tasks. Enjoy enhanced video conferencing and collaboration tools, robust security, document automation including scanning and summarizing, and email management and scheduling. Plus, with speedy response times, it’s ideal for multitasking.

PRODUCTIVITY BOOST

Let AI Give You a Hand

Intel® Core™ Ultra processors help boost productivity and expedite multitasking. Enjoy great battery life and fast response times — apps load quickly as the AI engines optimize the overall health and performance of your laptop.

WORK SMART WITH THE RIGHT TECH

Fleet Management Has Never Been Easier

Further boost productivity with optional Intel vPro® technology, which delivers robust security, undeniable stability, and comprehensive IT management. Deploy, update, and maintain an entire fleet of PCs — from one remote location.

WORK LONG, STAY COOL

Adaptive Performance

Stay productive and let the L16 Gen 2 (16″ Intel) laptop adapt to your work patterns by adjusting battery usage — while rear airflow vents keep the system running cooler.

CONSTANT PROTECTION

The ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (16″ Intel) laptop features multilevel protection with ThinkShield security solutions. A discrete Trusted Platform Module (dTPM) encrypts your critical data. Biometrics provide secure login with an optional fingerprint reader and facial recognition with the optional infrared camera, and more!

Connect & Work Wherever You Want

Use the ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 to work anywhere. You can even leave the charger behind, as this battery lasts throughout your day. And features like WiFi 7, Bluetooth® 5.4, and WWAN availability mean you won’t have to worry about connectivity.

Do-It-Yourself Repairability

Enjoy easy repairs thanks to customer replaceable units (CRU) like the keyboard and 57Wh battery. Its do-it-yourself capabilities ensure seamless upgrades and component replacements, contributing to an extended lifecycle.

Keyboard Enhanced for Accessibility

The ThinkPad keyboard includes tactile markings for easy key recognition and a large TrackPad for greater control. A double tap on the TrackPoint activates a Quick Menu for customizable settings. And it includes a numeric keypad for easy data entry.

Hassle-Free Videoconferencing

Call in for collaborative bliss with dual-mic, dual-speaker, Dolby Atmos®-tuned Elevoc Audio and up to a 5MP RGB+IR webcam — also perfect for logging in via facial recognition. When you’re done, just close the ThinkShutter cover for privacy.

Crystal-Clear Visuals

Choose from three gorgeous antiglare displays in high definition. Opt for touchscreen, non-touch, or non-touch with higher brightness levels and a wider range of colours.

High-Speed Storage and Connections

Enjoy the fast data transfer, load, and boot times of the PCIe Gen 4x4 SSD, available with amazingly high storage capacity. Should you need to connect an external drive or other peripheral, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports help make it easy and fast.

THINKPAD TOUGH

We test ThinkPad laptops against MIL-STD-810H standards for a balance of reliability and durability. Meeting or exceeding 12 standards, 26 procedures, and 200+ quality checks ensures these devices run in extreme conditions, including harsh variables like Arctic wilderness, desert dust storms, extreme temps, pressure, vibration, and more.

CREDIBILITY & COLLABORATION

Our goal is to provide smarter technology that builds a brighter, more sustainable future for our customers, communities, and the planet. That's why we pursue industry leading labels and certifications that demonstrate our commitment to sustainability in product design. Together, we can build a smarter future for all.

Description

Business Productivity Hub
- 16″ productivity laptop for business
- AI performance driven by Intel® Core™ Ultra with Intel vPro® option
- Enhanced keyboard accessibility, customer replaceable units

Specifications

Design
Product type	Laptop
Housing material	Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Polycarbonate (PC)
Form factor	Clamshell
Product colour	Black
Display
HD type	WUXGA
Panel type	IPS
LED backlight	Yes
Display brightness	400 cd/m²
Touchscreen	No
Display resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
Display diagonal	40.6 cm (16")
Anti-glare screen	Yes
Maximum refresh rate	60 Hz
RGB colour space	NTSC
Colour gamut	45%
Native aspect ratio	16:10
Processor
Processor generation	Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor cache	12 MB
Processor model	255U
Processor boost frequency	5.2 GHz
Processor cores	12
Processor threads	14
Motherboard chipset	Intel SoC
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor family	Intel Core Ultra 7
Processor base power	15 W
Maximum turbo power	57 W
Efficient-core base frequency	1.7 GHz
Performance-core base frequency	2 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency	4.2 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency	5.2 GHz
Performance cores	2
Efficient cores	8
Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency	700 MHz
Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency	2.4 GHz
Low Power Efficient-cores	2
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)	Intel AI Boost
Sparsity support	Yes
Windows Studio effects support	Yes
AI software frameworks supported by NPU	DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Memory
Memory form factor	SO-DIMM
Internal memory	16 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 16 GB
Internal memory type	DDR5-SDRAM
Memory clock speed	5600 MHz
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory	64 GB
Storage
SSD form factor	M.2
Storage media	SSD
Optical drive type	No
Number of SSDs installed	1
SSD capacity	512 GB
SSD interface	PCI Express 4.0
Card reader integrated	No
Total storage capacity	512 GB
Total SSDs capacity	512 GB
NVMe	Yes
Graphics
Discrete graphics card	No
On-board graphics card family	Intel Graphics
On-board graphics card	Yes
On-board graphics card model	Intel Graphics
Discrete graphics card model	Not available
On-board GPU manufacturer	Intel
Audio
Number of microphones	2
Number of built-in speakers	2
Speaker power	2 W
Built-in microphone	Yes
Camera
Front camera resolution (numeric)	5 MP
Privacy camera	Yes
Privacy type	Privacy shutter
Infrared (IR) camera	Yes
Windows Hello	Yes
Optical drive
Optical drive type	No
Network
Mobile network connection	No
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller model	Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Near Field Communication (NFC)	No
Wi-Fi standards	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Ethernet LAN	Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates	100,1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth version	5.3
WWAN	Upgradable
Antenna type	2x2
WLAN controller manufacturer	Intel
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity	0
USB Sleep-and-Charge	Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
HDMI ports quantity	1
HDMI version	2.1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Combo headphone/mic port	Yes
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)	Yes
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity	2
Intel® Thunderbolt 4	Yes
Performance
Motherboard chipset	Intel SoC
Keyboard
Pointing device	ThinkPad UltraNav
Numeric keypad	Yes
Keyboard backlit	Yes
Keyboard language	English
Software
Operating system architecture	64-bit
Operating system installed	Windows 11 Pro
Technical details
Housing material	Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Polycarbonate (PC)
Form factor	Clamshell
Product colour	Black
Battery
Battery technology	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery capacity	57 Wh
Power
AC adapter power	65 W
AC adapter frequency	50/60 Hz
AC adapter input voltage	100 - 240 V
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)	Yes
USB Type-C charging port	Yes
Security
Cable lock slot type	Kensington
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)	Yes
Fingerprint reader	Yes
Cable lock slot	Yes
Windows Hello	Yes
Smart card reader	Yes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version	2.0
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	5 - 43 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	8 - 95%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95%
Certificates
Certification	ENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS
Weight & dimensions
Width	357.2 mm
Depth	253.4 mm
Height (front)	1.1 cm
Height (rear)	1.97 cm
Weight	1.79 kg
Packaging data
AC adapter included	Yes
Packaging content
AC adapter included	Yes
Other features
WLAN controller model	Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
On-board graphics card	Yes
AC adapter included	Yes
Anti-glare screen	Yes