The ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 Black (21TGS08L00) is a reliable business laptop that combines innovation, durability, and security. With high performance, modern technologies, and advanced protection, it provides the perfect tools for professionals who prioritize stability and efficiency at work. This model is the ideal choice for those seeking a portable yet powerful solution for business tasks.
The ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 features a robust chassis that has passed the rigorous MIL-STD-810H military durability tests and high-quality materials that ensure long-lasting use even in challenging conditions. Its performance, complemented by security systems such as a camera privacy shutter, fingerprint scanner, and TPM 2.0 chip, makes it a top contender among business laptops.
Power to Meet Modern Challenges
The ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 is equipped with a modern Intel Core i5-210H processor featuring 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) and 12 threads. You’ll enjoy maximum performance with clock speeds of up to 4.8 GHz on the performance cores and 3.6 GHz on the efficiency cores. This combination provides incredible speed for multitasking, data processing, and working with resource-intensive applications. The processor supports fast task execution without excessive energy consumption, which is especially important for mobile work.
The ThinkPad E16 offers tools to meet the highest demands. With 16GB of RAM, expandable up to 64GB, it ensures fast data access and smooth performance even when using multiple resource-intensive applications. Equipped with a 512GB SSD M.2, it delivers lightning-fast read and write speeds, reducing system and program load times.
A Display Designed for Productivity
The laptop’s display is a 16-inch WUXGA (1920x1200) with an anti-glare matte coating, 300 nits of brightness, and an IPS panel. It ensures comfortable work even in brightly lit environments, while the wide 45% NTSC color gamut delivers accurate image reproduction for graphic tasks. With integrated Intel Graphics, the system easily handles business applications, presentation creation, document editing, and more.
Powerful, Secure, and Autonomous — The Ideal Partner
The ThinkPad E16 Gen 3, with its 64Wh battery, guarantees long battery life, allowing you to work unplugged throughout the day. Connectivity through Intel Wi-Fi 6E provides stable and high-speed internet access even in crowded networks. Bluetooth support simplifies the connection of peripherals, while the Ethernet port offers reliable wired networking.
In terms of security, the ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 strengthens user confidence with a fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button, Windows Hello facial recognition via an infrared camera, and a camera privacy shutter. The discrete TPM 2.0 chip ensures comprehensive protection of user data and system information.
The ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 Black is a laptop designed for professionals who value performance, mobility, and robust security. Combining a powerful processor, ample memory, a bright display, and long battery life, it’s the perfect choice for modern business users.
Display
Screen Size
Screen size affects the device’s dimensions and weight. It measures the distance between opposite corners in inches. Up to 14" are ultraportable, 14–16" versatile, 17.3"+ for desktop replacement.
16"
Resolution
Maximum resolution – the highest number of pixels a display can show, measured horizontally and vertically. Higher values provide more detailed and sharper images. The most common resolution is 1920 × 1080.
1920x1200 - WUXGA
Panel Type
The panel type affects display quality. Different panels vary in color, contrast, and viewing angles. TN panels are affordable and fast. IPS panels offer wider angles and more accurate colors, while OLED delivers the best quality.
IPS
Display surface
Screen surfaces can be glossy or matte. Glossy displays look attractive and work well with touch input. Matte screens with anti-glare coating reduce reflections from sunlight or bright lamps.
Anti-glare
Touchscreen
Touchscreen devices let you interact using your fingers or a stylus. The display can recognize up to ten simultaneous touches, making it convenient for taking notes or sketching directly on the screen.
Non-touch
Brightness, nits
Brightness (nits) — the measure of a display’s maximum luminance. A bright screen ensures comfortable use outdoors or in poorly lit environments. For everyday use at home or in the office, a brightness level of 220–250 nits is usually sufficient.
300
Contrast
Contrast — the ratio between the brightness of light and dark areas on the screen. A higher value delivers more natural images with deeper blacks and brighter whites. For working with visual content, choose a device with a contrast of at least 1000:1.
800:1
Response time
Response Time — the milliseconds a pixel takes to change brightness. Lower times mean faster transitions and less motion blur, keeping images sharp in fast-moving scenes. Short response times are great for gaming.
8 ms
Refresh rate
Refresh rate — the number of frames displayed on the screen per second. A higher refresh rate ensures smoother visuals. For everyday tasks, 60 Hz is sufficient, while a refresh rate of 120 Hz or higher provides a competitive advantage in gaming.
60 Hz
Color coverage, %
Color coverage — the range of shades a display can reproduce. This specification is crucial for graphic work, as a device with a wide color gamut delivers more lifelike and accurate images.
45
Color Gamut
NTSC
Features
Low blue light
Processor
CPU Model
CPU Model – an encoded designation of the processor’s specifications. Higher numbers indicate a more powerful chip. The final letter shows special features: for example, U stands for low power consumption, H for high-performance graphics.
Intel Core 5 210H
Cores
Number of Cores — the number of physical processing units within a processor. A minimum of two cores can handle basic tasks, while more cores boost overall performance, enabling faster and smoother operation of applications and games.
8
Threads
Number of threads — the maximum number of data streams a processor can handle simultaneously. A higher thread count allows the CPU to process resource-intensive applications faster and more smoothly.
12
Base frequency, GHz
Base Frequency — the number of instructions a processor can execute per second under light workloads, without boosting its frequency or generating additional heat. A higher base frequency means faster task execution.
1.6
Max frequency, GHz
Max Frequency — the highest clock speed a processor can reach under heavy computational loads, such as running resource-intensive software or AAA games. Higher frequencies result in increased power consumption.
4.8
Clock Speeds, GHz
Turbo frequency is the processor speed above its base level, achieved using Turbo technology. It allows the CPU to automatically boost performance to its maximum when handling resource-intensive tasks.
1.6 - 4.8
Cache L3, MB
Cache (MB) — the processor’s internal memory that speeds up the handling of frequently used data by reducing the need to access slower system RAM. Cache sizes can reach dozens of megabytes, and the larger the cache, the higher the overall performance.
12
Power, W
Power — indicates the energy consumption, i.e., the amount of power required for the processor to operate.
115
AI Processor
NPU
Memory
RAM type
Each new generation of RAM consumes less power, allowing for higher bandwidth and faster system performance. The most energy-efficient variants are labeled with the "LP" prefix, indicating Low Power memory—ideal for mobile and ultra-thin devices.
DDR5-5600 MHz
RAM, GB
RAM Capacity — the amount of memory installed in the device. A larger capacity ensures smoother performance and faster response. For resource-intensive tasks, at least 8 GB of RAM is recommended.
16
Max memory, GB
Maximum RAM — the highest amount of system memory the device can support. This limit depends on the number of memory slots available and the maximum capacity of a single memory module per slot.
64
Memory slots
Number of RAM Slots — determines the maximum amount of memory the device can support. A device can have up to 4 slots, either occupied or empty. Maximum performance is achieved when using a pair of modules: 2 × 8 GB outperforms a single 16 GB module.
2 / free - 1
Storage
M.2 SSD
M.2 SSD — a solid-state drive with an M.2 interface. Depending on the device model and class, the M.2 slot can accommodate drives supporting data transfer via SATA, PCIe, or NVMe protocols (listed in order of increasing performance).
512
HDD, rpm
Hard disk drives typically spin at 5400 or 7200 RPM (revolutions per minute). Higher speeds offer faster data access, but may also result in increased power consumption, heat generation, and operational noise.
Device without HDD
Graphics
Graphics
The graphics adapter is responsible for rendering images on the screen. It can be integrated (part of the CPU) or discrete (on the motherboard) from NVIDIA or AMD. Choose an integrated GPU for basic tasks, and a discrete GPU for gaming or demanding app.
integrated
GPU model
GPU Model — the specific graphics card model with its own features and capabilities. The letter prefix (e.g., GeForce RTX) indicates the performance class, while the numbers denote the generation and position within the lineup.
Intel Graphics
GPU Memory, MB
GPU Memory — the amount of dedicated high-speed memory on the graphics card, where game data and certain applications are loaded for fast processing and display. This specification is especially important for gaming.
Shared from RAM
Total graphics power, W
Operating system
Operating system
Choose a device with a free pre-installed DOS operating system or without any OS if you prefer to install your own. Windows 11 Home is an optimal choice for personal use, while Windows 11 Pro is better suited for business tasks.
No OS
Speakers
Brand
The device may feature a proprietary audio solution or branded speakers from JBL or Harman. Support for Dolby technologies delivers immersive, lifelike sound—enhancing spatial awareness and overall experience in games and multimedia.
Harman
Power, W
Power — the maximum output of the built-in speaker system. The higher the wattage of each speaker, the louder the audio playback will be. For everyday use, an optimal setup is two speakers with 1.5 W each.
2 x 2,0 W
Camera
Camera, MP
The built-in webcam is designed for video calls and online streaming. The higher the resolution in megapixels (MP), the sharper the image appears to others in chats. Some webcams also include a privacy shutter for extra security.
FHD 1080p + IR Hybrid with Privacy Shutter
3D camera
A 3D camera with a depth sensor can distinguish a three-dimensional object from a printed image, ensuring secure authentication. It recognizes faces and movements, and allows background customization during video conferences.
No
IR camera
IR Camera — designed for secure authentication. The infrared camera recognizes the device owner’s face and allows logging in using Windows Hello technology.
Yes
Ports
USB Type-A
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB Type-C
1x Thunderbolt 4
1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI, pcs
1
DisplayPort, pcs
1 x DisplayPort via Thunderbolt
1 x DisplayPort via USB Type-C
DVD
No Optical Drive
Ports
Combo jack
Keyboard
Numeric keypad
Numeric keypad — a dedicated section of the keyboard designed for convenient number entry. It includes keys for digits, arithmetic operators, arrows, and some additional functions, located to the right of the main keyboard area.
Yes
Gaming keys (W/A/S/D)
W/A/S/D Keys — located on the left of the keyboard, these are commonly used in games, mainly for character movement. Some devices highlight them, enhance durability, and improve responsiveness.
No
Backlight
The keys are illuminated with either a single backlight for the entire keyboard or individual LEDs for each key. Backlighting makes typing, gaming, and app control easier. Depending on the device model, the backlight can be single-color or RGB.
Yes
Spill-resistant
Spill-resistant design protects the device from splashes and small amounts of liquid entering inside. Such a keyboard is especially useful in “field” conditions, for example outdoors in the rain.
Yes
Ukrainian language
Ukrainian layout — keys are marked with Ukrainian alphabet letters alongside Latin characters, making it easier and faster to type in Ukrainian.
Yes
Input devices
Built-in or external input devices enable precise and comfortable cursor control on desktops, laptops, and tablets. These include touchpads, trackpoints, mice, joysticks, and styluses.
touchpad (Multi-Touch)
trackpoint
Connectivity
3G/4G
Supports connectivity to 3G and 4G mobile networks, allowing you to stay online wherever coverage is available. The 4G (LTE) standard delivers faster data transfer speeds.
No
Bluetooth
Bluetooth — enables data exchange between devices within a range of up to 10 meters. It is primarily used to connect wireless peripherals such as mice, keyboards, speakers, and printers to laptops, PCs, tablets, and smartphones.
Bluetooth 5.1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology widely used in consumer and industrial devices—including computers, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs—to connect to the internet without the need for physical cables.
Wi-Fi 6E
LAN RJ-45, Mbps
The RJ-45 Ethernet port allows you to connect to the internet or set up a local network using a wired cable. This type of connection ensures high-speed, stable data transfer with minimal interruptions.
100/1000M
Security
Security
Security — a set of hardware and software features that protect stored data (or the device itself) and ensure safe account login. This includes a fingerprint scanner, IR camera, TPM chip, and Kensington lock.
IR camera
Discrete TPM 2.0
Camera privacy shutter
Fingerprint Reader
Kensington Nano Security Slot
ThinkShield
Battery life
Cells, pcs
Cells are individual components within a battery that determine its overall voltage and capacity.
4
Battery capacity, Wh
Battery Capacity — defines how much power the battery can deliver over time, regardless of current or voltage.
64
Battery life
Battery Life — the maximum time the device can operate without being connected to a power source. Many factors affect battery life, from hardware configuration to the tasks being performed.
up to 11 hr
Fast charging
Rapid Charging – allows the battery to regain power in a short amount of time. The lower the battery level, the faster the charging process occurs.
No
Removable battery
A removable battery allows quick replacement to extend unplugged use. A non-removable battery enables the creation of slimmer, more streamlined devices.
No
Case
Color
Black
Case Material
The body material defines the device’s look, weight, durability, and strength. Laptop cases can be made from plastic, polycarbonate, carbon fiber, aluminum, metal alloys, fabric, or even leather.
Aluminum
Lid opening angle
Lid opening angle — the maximum angle to which a laptop can be opened before reaching its limit. Some models open up to 180° or 360° thanks to a special hinge design, allowing them to be used as stands for watching videos or as tablets.
180
Certifications
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light
RoHS-compliant
ErP Lot 6/26
TCO Certified 10.0
MIL-STD-810H military test
Dimensions
Width, mm
356
Depth, mm
249
Height, mm
21.95
Weight, kg
1.63
Service
Base warranty type
Carry-in
Base warranty period
Warranty — service and support for purchased products within the warranty period. To contact a service center, you will need the warranty card and the receipt (proof of purchase) issued by the seller.
1 year
Included upgrade
Additional service included in the laptop package.
+2 years Onsite warranty
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