Lenovo THINKBOOK TB16, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, 12C (2P + 8E + 2LPE) / 14T, Max Turbo up to 4.3GHz, 12MB 1x 8GB SO-DIMM DDR5-5600, 512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0×4 NVMe, Integrated Intel Graphics, 1-year, Courier or Carry-in-21MS0028GQ
Overview
- Model: ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 (TB16) — SKU shown as 21MS0028GQ / 21MS0028AX in regional listings.
- CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5‑125U — 12 cores (2 Performance + 8 Efficient + 2 LPE) / 14 threads, Max Turbo up to 4.3 GHz, 12 MB cache.
- Memory & Storage: 1× 8GB SO‑DIMM DDR5‑5600 (user‑upgradeable slot available) and 512GB M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0×4 NVMe SSD.
- Display & Graphics: 16″ WUXGA (1920×1200) IPS, 300 nits, 60 Hz, integrated Intel graphics — suitable for office apps, web, and light media tasks.
- OS & Warranty: Many regional SKUs ship with FreeDOS / No OS and include 1‑year courier or carry‑in warranty.
- CPU balance: The Ultra 5‑125U mixes performance and efficiency cores for good multitasking and battery life in a thin chassis; 4.3 GHz turbo helps bursty single‑threaded tasks.
- Memory: 8GB DDR5 in a single SO‑DIMM is adequate for basic multitasking but you should upgrade to 16GB or 32GB for heavier workloads (data analysis, large spreadsheets, browser tabs) — the platform supports user upgrades.
- Storage: PCIe 4.0 NVMe gives fast boot and app load times; the M.2 2242 form factor is compact but replaceable if you need larger capacity.
Ports, battery, and business features
- The ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 family emphasizes business features such as a numeric keypad, fingerprint reader, and AI‑assisted audio/video (model dependent)
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, 12C (2P + 8E + 2LPE) / 14T, Max Turbo up to 4.3GHz, 12MB |
| AI PC Category | AI PC |
| NPU | Integrated Intel AI Boost, up to 11 TOPS |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Chipset | Intel SoC Platform |
| Memory | 1x 8GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 |
| Memory Slots | Two DDR5 SODIMM slots, dual-channel capable |
| Max Memory | Up to 64GB DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | 512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0×4 NVMe |
| Storage Slot | Two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots |
| Max Storage Support | Up to two drives, 2x M.2 SSD • M.2 2280 SSD up to 2TB each |
| Optical | None |
| Card Reader | SD Card Reader |
| Audio Chip | High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek ALC3287 codec |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Audio |
| Microphone | 2x, Array |
| Camera | FHD 1080p with Privacy Shutter |
| Battery | 45Wh |
| Power Adapter | 65W USB-C (3-pin) |
| Special Features | Modern Standby |
| DESIGN | |
| Display[2] | 16″ WUXGA (1920×1200) IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, 60Hz |
| Touchscreen | None |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90% |
| Color Calibration | None |
| Pen | Pen Not Supported |
| Keyboard | Backlit, English (EU) |
| Touchpad | Buttonless Mylar surface multi-touch touchpad, supports Precision TouchPad (PTP), 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 356 x 253.5 x 17.5 mm (14.01 x 9.98 x 0.69 inches) |
| Weight | Starting at 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) |
| Case Color | Arctic Grey |
| Case Material | Aluminium (Top), PC-ABS (Bottom) |
| Surface Treatment | Anodizing Sandblasting |
| SOFTWARE | |
| Operating System | None |
| Bundled Software | None |
| CONNECTIVITY | |
| WLAN + Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11ax 2×2 + BT5.3 |
| WWAN | Non-WWAN |
| Ethernet | 100/1000M (RJ-45) |
| Standard Ports | 1x USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1) 1x SD card reader |
| Docking | Various docking solutions supported via Thunderbolt or USB-C. For more compatible docking solutions, please visit <a href=”https://psref.lenovo.com/accessories/?category=Docking&system=21MS” target=”_blank”><u>Docking for ThinkBook 16 G7 IML</u></a> |
| SECURITY & PRIVACY | |
| Security Chip | Firmware TPM 2.0 Enabled |
| Physical Locks | Kensington Nano Security Slot, 2.5 x 6 mm |
| Fingerprint Reader | Touch Style, Match-on-Chip, Integrated in Power Button |
| Other Security | Camera privacy shutter |
| MANAGEABILITY | |
| System Management | Non-vPro |
| SERVICE | |
| Base Warranty | 1-year, Courier or Carry-in |
| Included Upgrade | None |
| ACCESSORIES | |
| Bundled Accessories | Lenovo 15.6″ Laptop Casual Toploader |
| CERTIFICATIONS | |
| Green Certifications | ErP Lot 6/26 RoHS compliant TCO Certified 9.0 |
| Mil-Spec Test | MIL-STD-810H military test passed |
| Other Certifications | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) |
| Recommended Services | |
| Best | 3Y Premier Support Upgrade from 1Y Courier/Carry-in (5WS0T36151) |
| Better | 3Y Onsite upgrade from 1Y Courier/Carry-in (5WS0A23681) |





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