Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G9 IRL Business Laptop with Intel Core 5 210H Processor
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G9 IRL (21US0012AU) is a versatile 16-inch business laptop designed for productivity-focused professionals who demand mainstream performance in a portable, well-secured chassis. Powered by the Intel Core 5 210H processor with 8 cores (4 Performance + 4 Efficient) and turbo speeds up to 4.8 GHz, this laptop handles multitasking and everyday business workloads with ease. Equipped with 16 GB DDR5-5600 RAM and a fast 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, it delivers responsive performance for finance, administration, office productivity, and student use.
Key Features
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Intel Core 5 210H Processor: 8-core (4P + 4E) CPU with up to 4.8 GHz turbo, 12 threads, and 12 MB Intel Smart Cache for smooth multitasking
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16-inch WUXGA IPS Display: 1920 × 1200 resolution, 400 nits brightness, anti-glare, 60 Hz refresh rate, and 16:10 aspect ratio for comfortable extended viewing
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16 GB DDR5-5600 Memory: Dual-channel DDR5 RAM (2 × 8 GB SODIMM) with upgrade support up to 64 GB for faster data throughput
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512 GB NVMe SSD: M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage with an additional M.2 2280 slot for expansion up to 2 TB per slot
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Windows 11 Pro: Pre-installed for business security, productivity, and enterprise management
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Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3: Intel AX211 wireless for high-speed, low-latency connectivity in congested environments
Designed for Business Productivity
The ThinkBook 16 G9 features a large WUXGA (1920 × 1200) IPS display with 400 nits brightness and anti-glare coating, making it ideal for extended office work, spreadsheets, and presentations. The 16:10 aspect ratio provides more vertical screen space compared to traditional 16:9 panels. The full-size ergonomic keyboard includes a numeric keypad, perfect for finance and data entry roles.
Premium Audio and Conferencing
Stay productive on the go with stereo speakers (2W × 2) with Dolby Audio for clear sound, and a dual-array microphone for video calls and presentations. The FHD 1080p camera with IR sensor and privacy shutter supports Windows Hello facial recognition and ensures your privacy when not in use.
Comprehensive Connectivity
The ThinkBook 16 G9 IRL offers versatile connectivity for modern work environments:
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1 × Thunderbolt 4: USB-C port with USB Power Delivery (45-65W) and DisplayPort 1.4 for docking and external displays
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1 × USB-C (USB 10Gbps): With USB PD 45-65W and DisplayPort 1.4
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2 × USB-A (USB 5Gbps): Including one Always On port for charging devices when the laptop is off
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1 × HDMI 2.1: Supports up to 4K resolution at 60 Hz
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1 × Ethernet (RJ-45): Gigabit LAN for stable wired networking
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1 × SD Card Reader: For quick photo and file transfers
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1 × 3.5 mm Audio Jack: Combo headphone and microphone port
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Kensington Nano Security Slot: For physical theft protection
Portable and Durable Design
Featuring a dual-tone Arctic Grey finish with an aluminium top cover and anodised sandblasting surface treatment, the ThinkBook 16 G9 balances style and durability. Weighing just 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) and measuring 356 × 253.5 × 17.5 mm, it is surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch business laptop. ThinkShield security features, including a discrete TPM 2.0 chip and fingerprint reader, protect your data and identity.
Expandability and Support
The laptop includes two DDR5 SODIMM slots supporting up to 64 GB of RAM, and two M.2 SSD slots (2242 and 2280) for flexible storage expansion. Various Thunderbolt and USB-C docking solutions are supported for desk setups. The ThinkBook 16 G9 IRL comes with 1-year onsite warranty (upgraded from courier/carry-in).
What's in the Box
- Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G9 IRL Laptop (21US0012AU)
- AC Power Adapter
- Power Cable
- Documentation
Full Specifications
Processor & Performance
| Processor |
Intel Core 5 210H, 8C (4P + 4E) / 12T |
| Base Clock Speed |
P-core: 2.2 GHz, E-core: 1.6 GHz |
| Max Turbo Speed |
P-core: 4.8 GHz, E-core: 3.6 GHz |
| Cache |
12 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| AI PC Category |
Non-AI PC |
| NPU |
None |
Memory & Storage
| Memory |
16 GB DDR5-5600 (2 × 8 GB SODIMM) |
| Memory Slots |
Two DDR5 SODIMM slots, dual-channel |
| Maximum Memory |
Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 |
| Storage |
512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
| Storage Slots |
Two M.2 slots (one 2242, one 2280, both PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Max Storage Support |
Up to 2 TB per slot (2 × 2 TB total) |
Display
| Screen Size |
16 inches |
| Resolution |
WUXGA (1920 × 1200) |
| Panel Type |
IPS |
| Brightness |
400 nits |
| Surface |
Anti-glare |
| Colour Gamut |
45% NTSC |
| Refresh Rate |
60 Hz |
| Touchscreen |
No |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio |
90% |
Graphics & Audio
| Graphics |
Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Graphics Memory |
Shared DDR5 SDRAM |
| Audio Chip |
Realtek ALC3287 codec (High Definition Audio) |
| Speakers |
Stereo speakers, 2W × 2, Dolby Audio |
| Microphone |
2 × Array microphone |
Camera & Security
| Camera |
FHD 1080p with IR sensor and Privacy Shutter |
| Windows Hello |
Yes (facial recognition via IR camera) |
| Fingerprint Reader |
Yes |
| Security Chip |
Discrete TPM 2.0 |
| Kensington Lock Slot |
Nano Security Slot |
Connectivity & Networking
| Wireless |
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, 802.11ax 2×2 |
| Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet |
Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| WWAN |
Not supported |
Ports & Expansion
| USB-A Ports |
2 × USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1), one Always On |
| USB-C Ports |
1 × USB-C (USB 10Gbps), with USB PD 45-65W and DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Thunderbolt 4 |
1 × Thunderbolt 4, with USB PD 45-65W and DisplayPort 1.4 |
| HDMI |
1 × HDMI 2.1, up to 4K/60Hz |
| Ethernet Port |
1 × RJ-45 Gigabit LAN |
| Audio Jack |
1 × 3.5 mm combo headphone/microphone |
| Card Reader |
SD Card Reader |
Input Devices
| Keyboard |
Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad |
| Touchpad |
Precision Touchpad (PTP), 75 × 120 mm |
Battery & Power
| Power Adapter |
USB-C Power Delivery (45-65W) |
| Rapid Charge |
Supported |
Physical Specifications
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
356 × 253.5 × 17.5 mm (14.01 × 9.98 × 0.69 inches) |
| Weight |
Starting at 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) |
| Case Colour |
Arctic Grey (dual tone) |
| Top Cover Material |
Aluminium (anodised sandblasting) |
| Bottom Cover Material |
PC-ABS (textured) |
Operating System & Software
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Pro (English) |
| ThinkShield Security |
Yes |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty |
1 Year Onsite (upgraded from Courier/Carry-in) |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
