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Summary Overview:
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 is a professional 16-inch business laptop built for productivity, multitasking, and modern AI-enhanced workflows. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 355 processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, and a fast 1TB PCIe SSD, it delivers responsive performance for office applications, remote work, content creation, and demanding business tasks. Its sharp WUXGA IPS display, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, Thunderbolt 4 ports, fingerprint reader, and Windows 11 Pro make it an excellent choice for professionals in South Africa. Buy now and enjoy dependable ThinkPad performance for work and everyday computing.
The ThinkPad E series is widely regarded for its durable build quality, comfortable keyboard, and reliable performance. Business users, remote workers, students, IT professionals, and small business owners frequently praise the series for its solid productivity, long-term reliability, and practical feature set, making it a popular choice for everyday professional use.
Laptop performance tier: Upper Mid-Range Business / AI Productivity Laptop
Uses: Office productivity, business applications, remote work, multitasking, video conferencing, programming, spreadsheets, document creation, web browsing, light content creation, AI-assisted workflows, education
Overview:Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 Business Laptop with Intel Core Ultra 7 The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 is a professional 16-inch business notebook designed for users who need strong performance, modern connectivity, and reliable everyday productivity. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 355 Series 3 processor with built-in AI acceleration, this ThinkPad delivers efficient multitasking for office work, business applications, content creation, and AI-enhanced workflows.
With 16GB DDR5 memory and a fast 1TB PCIe SSD, the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 provides responsive performance and quick access to files and applications. The large 16-inch WUXGA IPS display offers a spacious workspace with sharp Full HD+ resolution, anti-glare viewing, and 400-nit brightness for comfortable use in different environments.
Description The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 (Model 21YC0026ZA) combines the durability and professional design expected from the ThinkPad range with the latest Intel technology. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, Intel Graphics, and dedicated NPU provide improved performance for modern applications, including AI-powered productivity tools.
The laptop includes a full-size backlit keyboard with a numeric keypad, making it practical for business users who frequently work with documents, spreadsheets, and data entry. Security is also prioritised with a fingerprint reader, IR camera support for Windows Hello facial recognition, TPM 2.0, and a camera privacy shutter.
Features:Key Benefits - Intel Core Ultra 7 355 processor with Turbo Boost up to 4.7GHz
- Intel AI NPU acceleration for enhanced AI workloads
- 16GB DDR5-5600 memory with upgrade support up to 64GB
- Fast 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage
- 16-inch WUXGA IPS anti-glare display
- Integrated Intel Graphics for everyday business tasks
- Wi-Fi 7 connectivity for faster wireless performance
- Thunderbolt 4 ports for high-speed data and docking support
- Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
- Fingerprint reader and IR camera security features
Designed for Business Productivity The ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 is built for professionals who need a dependable laptop for daily business use. The large screen size provides extra room for working across multiple applications, while the efficient Intel Core Ultra platform helps balance performance and battery usage.
The laptop supports multiple storage configurations through two M.2 SSD slots and includes two DDR5 memory slots, allowing future upgrades as workloads increase.
Connectivity and Security A wide selection of ports makes the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 easy to integrate into a workplace setup. It includes Thunderbolt 4, USB-A ports, HDMI output, Gigabit Ethernet, and a headphone/microphone combo port.
Security features include:
- Fingerprint reader integrated into the power button
- IR camera for Windows Hello login
- TPM 2.0 security chip
- Kensington Nano security slot
- Camera privacy shutter
Technical Details - Model: Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 21YC0026ZA
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 355 Series 3, 8 cores, up to 4.7GHz
- Memory: 16GB DDR5-5600 SODIMM
- Maximum memory support: Up to 64GB
- Storage: 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
- Display: 16-inch WUXGA IPS, 1920 x 1200 resolution
- Graphics: Integrated Intel Graphics
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
- Network: Gigabit Ethernet LAN
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
- Weight: Approximately 1.7kg
- Colour: Black
Ideal For The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 is suited for business professionals, corporate users, remote workers, and anyone looking for a powerful 16-inch notebook with modern AI capabilities, strong security, and upgrade flexibility.
Performance tier: Business performance laptop with AI-enhanced Intel Core Ultra processing
Uses: Office productivity, business applications, remote work, multitasking, data management, online meetings, and professional workflows
Specifications:
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Specifications and features |
| Product Code | NBLE21YC0026ZA |
| ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 (Intel) |
| Model | 21YC0026ZA |
| PERFORMANCE |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 355, 8C (4P + 4LPE) / 8T, Max Turbo up to 4.7GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache |
| AI PC Category | Copilot+ PC |
| NPU | Up to 49 TOPS |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Chipset | Intel SoC Platform |
| Memory | 1x 16GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 |
| Memory Slots | Panther Lake: two DDR5 SODIMM slots, dual-channel capable |
| Max Memory | Panther Lake: Up to 64GB DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | 1TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0x4 NVMe Opal 2.0 |
| Storage Slot | Panther Lake: two M.2 slots One M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot One M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot |
| Max Storage Support | Panther Lake: up to two drives, 2x M.2 SSD M.2 2242 SSD up to 1TB M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB |
| Card Reader | No card reader |
| Audio Chip | High Definition (HD) Audio, Senary SN6147 codec |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Atmos, audio by HARMAN |
| Microphone | 2x, Array |
| Camera | FHD 1080p + IR Hybrid with Privacy Shutter |
| Battery | 48Wh |
| Power Adapter | 65W USB-C (3-pin) |
| DESIGN |
| Display | 16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS 400nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, 60Hz |
| Touchscreen | None |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90.7% |
| Color Calibration | AICCP Color Calibration |
| Pen | Pen Not Supported |
| Keyboard | Backlit, English (EU) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 356 x 249 x 10.1/17.05 (front/rear), 21.15 (maximum) mm , 14.01 x 9.80 x 0.40/0.67 (front/rear), 0.83 (maximum) inches |
| Weight | Starting at 1.63 kg (3.59 lbs) |
| Case Color | Black |
| Case Material | Aluminium (Top), Aluminium (Bottom) |
| SOFTWARE |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro, English (US) / English (UK) |
| Bundled Software | None |
| CONNECTIVITY |
| WLAN + Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2x2 + BT5.4 |
| WWAN | WWAN Not Supported |
| SIM Card | No physical SIM card included |
| Ethernet | 100/1000M (RJ-45) |
| NFC | No NFC |
| Standard Ports | 1x USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| 1x USB-A (USB 10Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2), Always On |
| 2x Thunderbolt 4, with USB PD 15-65W and DisplayPort 2.1 |
| 1x HDMI 2.1, up to 4K/60Hz |
| 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) |
| 1x Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Docking | Various docking solutions supported via Thunderbolt / USB-C. For more compatible docking solutions, please visit Docking for ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 (Intel) |
| SECURITY & PRIVACY |
| ThinkShield | ThinkShield is a comprehensive security solution that encompasses hardware, software, and supply chain components. For more detials, visit here |
| Security Chip | Discrete TPM 2.0 Enabled |
| Physical Locks | Kensington Nano Security Slot , 2.5 x 6 mm |
| Smart Card Reader | No Smart Card Reader |
| Fingerprint Reader | Touch Style, Match-on-Chip, Integrated in Power Button |
| Other Security | Camera privacy shutter |
| IR camera for Windows Hello (facial recognition) |
| MANAGEABILITY |
| System Management | Non-vPro |
| ACCESSORIES |
| Bundled Accessories | None |
| CERTIFICATIONS |
| Green Certifications | ENERGY STAR 9.0 |
| EPEAT Gold Registered |
| ErP Lot 6/26 |
| RoHS compliant |
| TCO Certified, generation 10 |
| Mil-Spec Test | Work in progress |
| Other Certifications | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) |
| MODEL INFORMATION |
| Model | 21YC0026ZA |
| Machine Type | 21YC |
| Region | MEA |
| Country/Region | South Africa |
| TopSeller | Yes |
| EAN / UPC / JAN | 199275308406 |
| Announce Date | 2026-04-14 |
| End of Support | 2032-11-14 |
