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Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G8 IAL Intel Core Ultra 5 225U Laptop 40.6 cm (16") WUXGA 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 512 GB SSD Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Windows 11 Pro English Grey
£727.69
£873.23 inc. VAT
Out of Stock(0)MPN: 21SK0077UK
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Key Features
Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G8 IAL 21SK
180-degree hinge design
Intel Core Ultra 5
225U / up to 4.8 GHz
Win 11 Pro
Intel Graphics
16 GB RAM
512 GB SSD NVMe
Product Overview
AI-generated summary
For £727.76 ex‑VAT, this ThinkBook 16 G8 is a pretty sensible “work laptop” choice if you want something reliable without paying for premium ThinkPad money. Lenovo has a strong track record on build quality and business-friendly management, and the 16" size is genuinely nicer for day-to-day admin work, spreadsheets, and report writing than 13–14" machines. With Windows 11 Pro included, it’s also easier to standardise in a company environment (BitLocker, domain stuff, general admin controls), which matters more than people expect when you’re deploying a few seats.
That said, I wouldn’t buy it if your users need heavy-duty performance for sustained workloads (big software builds, lots of virtual machines, heavy data workloads). It’s positioned as a general business laptop, not a “power user” machine, so expectations should be grounded: great for office work and normal multitasking, less ideal if you’re constantly pushing CPU-heavy tasks. If you’re buying for a team that mainly runs browser apps, Office, CRM systems, and video calls, it’s good value. If you’re buying for power users or engineers who routinely hammer compute, you’ll likely want to spend closer to the next performance tier instead.
Why This Product
Engineered for Excellence, Designed for You
Tap into the potential of 16” Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 8 laptop that offers top-tier performance. Driven by Intel® Core™ Ultra 200 Series processors, it is designed for SMBs and modern-day users. It...
BIG SCREEN. SLIM PROFILE. ENDLESS IMPACT Seamlessly Portable & Adaptable
Sleek and effortlessly portable, this laptop boasts a premium Arctic Grey finish and an ultra-slim profile. Ample screen with narrow bezels maximize viewing space — perfect for creating and sharing...
REINFORCE YOUR DIGITAL DEFENSE Keep Your Data & Privacy Secure
Protect your work with robust encryption via the Trusted Platform Module firmware (fTPM). An optional fingerprint reader integrated into the power button ensures secure login and instant bootup. Pl...
LENOVO AI NOW Simplify Work, Amplify Results
Streamline your workflow with Lenovo AI Now*. This smart assistant simplifies routine tasks with AI-driven features, from seamless searches to effortless PC adjustments. Take charge of your day wit...
STAY AHEAD WITH TECHNOLOGY THAT KEEPS UP
Redefining your laptop experience, the ThinkBook 16 Gen 8 laptop is equipped with an AI-enabled neural processing unit (NPU) that elevates both productivity and performance under demanding workload...
Power Your Projects With Visuals That Inspire
Ignite your creativity with integrated graphics. Whether you're editing videos or tackling multiple projects, experience a new level of performance paired with breathtaking visuals. Bring ideas to ...
Specifications
Design
Colour nameArctic Grey
Product typeNotebook
Product colourGrey
Form factorClamshell
Housing materialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS),Aluminium,Polycarbonate (PC)
Display
Display diagonal16 "
Display resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
TouchscreenN
HD typeWUXGA
Panel typeIPS
Processor
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor familyIntel Core Ultra 5
Processor generationIntel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor model225U
Processor cores12
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)Intel AI Boost
Sparsity supportY
Windows Studio effects supportY
AI software frameworks supported by NPUDirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN
Memory
Internal memory16 GB
Internal memory typeDDR5-SDRAM
Memory clock speed5600 MHz
Memory form factorSO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)1 x 16 GB
Storage
Total storage capacity512 GB
Storage mediaSSD
Total SSDs capacity512 GB
Number of SSDs installed1
SSD capacity512 GB
Graphics
Discrete graphics card modelNot available
On-board graphics cardY
On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
Discrete graphics cardN
On-board graphics card familyIntel Graphics
Audio
Audio chipRealtek ALC3287
Number of built-in speakers2
Speaker power2 W
Built-in microphoneY
Number of microphones2
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