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expiredramizkhoda posted Sep 12, 2021 06:13 PM
expiredramizkhoda posted Sep 12, 2021 06:13 PM

Lenovo ThinkPad T15g: i7-11800H, 15.6" 4K, RTX 3080 Max-Q, 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM

or less w/ SD Cashback + Free S/H

$2,389

$4,989

52% off
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Lenovo.com has Lenovo 15.6" ThinkPad T15g Gen 2 Laptop (20YS001SUS) on sale for $2,389 when you apply eCoupon code PSERIESSEPT10 in cart. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Note: Estimated shipping date will be shown in cart. Ships in 3+ months.

Thanks to community member ramizkhoda for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i7-11800H 2.3GHz 8-Core Processor
  • 15.6" 3840x2160 4K IPS HDR 400, 600-nit Display w/ Dolby Vision
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with Max-Q 16GB
  • 32GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory (2x16GB)
  • 1GB PCIe Gen 4 Solid State Drive
  • Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 802.11AX (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • Backlit Spill-Resistant Keyboard
  • Windows 10 Pro
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 2x USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
  • 94Wh Battery
  • 230W AC Adapter

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake
  • About this deal:
    • Impressive savings on one of the most premium specced laptops we've seen, especially considering the rarity of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with Max-Q 16GB.
    • This price matches the last time this laptop was a Frontpage Deal.
    • This price is $2,600 lower (52% savings) than the list price.
    • Don't forget Slickdeals Cashback.
  • About this product:
    • Comes with 1-year warranty.
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Written by ramizkhoda
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Lenovo.com has Lenovo 15.6" ThinkPad T15g Gen 2 Laptop (20YS001SUS) on sale for $2,389 when you apply eCoupon code PSERIESSEPT10 in cart. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Note: Estimated shipping date will be shown in cart. Ships in 3+ months.

Thanks to community member ramizkhoda for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i7-11800H 2.3GHz 8-Core Processor
  • 15.6" 3840x2160 4K IPS HDR 400, 600-nit Display w/ Dolby Vision
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with Max-Q 16GB
  • 32GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory (2x16GB)
  • 1GB PCIe Gen 4 Solid State Drive
  • Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 802.11AX (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • Backlit Spill-Resistant Keyboard
  • Windows 10 Pro
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 2x USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
  • 94Wh Battery
  • 230W AC Adapter

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake
  • About this deal:
    • Impressive savings on one of the most premium specced laptops we've seen, especially considering the rarity of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with Max-Q 16GB.
    • This price matches the last time this laptop was a Frontpage Deal.
    • This price is $2,600 lower (52% savings) than the list price.
    • Don't forget Slickdeals Cashback.
  • About this product:
    • Comes with 1-year warranty.
  • About this store:

Original Post

Written by ramizkhoda

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heinlenater
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This not such a bad deal for the most sleeper gaming laptop. Can easily be passed off as just another expensive ThinkPad to the office lol
seanleeforever
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it won't take 4 month.
my unit delivered in 2 weeks. order on Aug 24, shipped on 9/3, delivered on 9/10

tdp max 100w. so going 3080 doesn't make a lot of sense unless you can use the 16G video ram
SSD is OEM Samsung 980 pro

the laptops GPU runs quite cool, and I have no doubt it can handle more tdp if the power is supplied. the CPU however, could reach upward of 100 degrees. the thing is that this processor would have no problem going as fast as it can if temperature and power allows.
the fan stays quiet during the entire time.
build quality is traditional Thinkpad with proper sandwich style roll cage design, if you had one, you know what it like.

biggest downside is that there is no USB c charging at all. unlike zbook, where you can get USB c charging if you have to, just slower. this one? you got to used that rectangle port to charge.

the coupon code works for all system configurations. so if you feel that you are going to use external monitor most of the time, and can live with half the ram and hdd size for now (you can always upgrade), and be fine with 3070 (at 100w, difference between 3070 and 3080 is 5%, if even that), you can get the 1080P screen 3070 for 1.7k or something
UltraLazer
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Max-Q is like calling shit a well balanced meal

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Sep 18, 2021 02:21 PM
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coibeo2610Sep 18, 2021 02:21 PM
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Anyone experience the error:

lenovo We are unable to process your transaction. Please contact your card provider to verify your information is correct. I've tried 2 different cards but same thing happend.

What the heck Lenovo?
Sep 18, 2021 05:35 PM
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mayanbassistSep 18, 2021 05:35 PM
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Quote from alterbridge1989 :
thiccpad
lmao 😂😂😂
Sep 18, 2021 09:28 PM
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dealsslick2006Sep 18, 2021 09:28 PM
237 Posts
Quote from seanleeforever :
it won't take 4 month.
my unit delivered in 2 weeks. order on Aug 24, shipped on 9/3, delivered on 9/10

tdp max 100w. so going 3080 doesn't make a lot of sense unless you can use the 16G video ram
SSD is OEM Samsung 980 pro

the laptops GPU runs quite cool, and I have no doubt it can handle more tdp if the power is supplied. the CPU however, could reach upward of 100 degrees. the thing is that this processor would have no problem going as fast as it can if temperature and power allows.
the fan stays quiet during the entire time.
build quality is traditional Thinkpad with proper sandwich style roll cage design, if you had one, you know what it like.

biggest downside is that there is no USB c charging at all. unlike zbook, where you can get USB c charging if you have to, just slower. this one? you got to used that rectangle port to charge.

the coupon code works for all system configurations. so if you feel that you are going to use external monitor most of the time, and can live with half the ram and hdd size for now (you can always upgrade), and be fine with 3070 (at 100w, difference between 3070 and 3080 is 5%, if even that), you can get the 1080P screen 3070 for 1.7k or something
how can anyone use a laptop with such powerful cpu and gpu, and still stay cool. If temp reaches 100 degree, that could kill the cpu, then what's the point of filling such nice cpu/gpu in the laptop in the first place? any thoughts?
Sep 18, 2021 09:33 PM
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SDSummerDaySep 18, 2021 09:33 PM
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Quote from dealsslick2006 :
how can anyone use a laptop with such powerful cpu and gpu, and still stay cool. If temp reaches 100 degree, that could kill the cpu, then what's the point of filling such nice cpu/gpu in the laptop in the first place? any thoughts?
There are two cooling system, one for processor and one for GPU. CPU will start throttle at 100 degrees. But remember that's per core. You other core could be cruising. For single threaded applications. The processor can reach that on one core, but not the entire die
Sep 18, 2021 10:08 PM
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RedflyerSep 18, 2021 10:08 PM
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Slower than Legion 5/7 with 3070. Not sure what's the point of a maxq 3080 if not to play games.
Sep 19, 2021 04:03 AM
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dealsslick2006Sep 19, 2021 04:03 AM
237 Posts
Quote from seanleeforever :
There are two cooling system, one for processor and one for GPU. CPU will start throttle at 100 degrees. But remember that's per core. You other core could be cruising. For single threaded applications. The processor can reach that on one core, but not the entire die
That one cpu core reaches 100 degree, running at that temp for long time would shorten the life of that core, if not destroy it at some point. So my question is if a laptop can not keep cpu at low temp (~70 degree), which is probably the case given the small space in a laptop to include a powerful cooler, then what's the point of having a laptop with powerful cpu in the first place?
Sep 19, 2021 06:40 AM
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blessedsword1992Sep 19, 2021 06:40 AM
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Ask Lenovo if you can sell them back the battery. It doesn't need a battery anyway. Also, who is going to use the 4K 15.6 inches? 2.5K is maximum for a less than 17 inches display. If I have a highend laptop like this, i will use it as a PC, this mean no need battery and a bigger display (27+ inches)

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Sep 19, 2021 05:49 PM
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fuzzyballzSep 19, 2021 05:49 PM
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They try to charge $5K for this thing? Are we back in the 1980s?
Sep 20, 2021 11:45 AM
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DaddyLongLegsSep 20, 2021 11:45 AM
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Once you get used to it, the trackpoint (red nub) is the greatest mouse input device on the planet that isn't a regular desktop mouse. I can't use a laptop without it. You just need to set it to the highest sensitivity and the mouse speed a single notch below the fastest setting and you'll never go back. I even do intricate Photoshop work with it.

I found it worked well for fps games too. Much better than a trackpad at least.
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Sep 20, 2021 02:30 PM
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starcaptorSep 20, 2021 02:30 PM
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Quote from fuzzyballz :
They try to charge $5K for this thing? Are we back in the 1980s?
Thinkpads came about in early 90s, and at least through 2000, they did cost like $3-5k for the most equipped ones. Computers and TVs are pretty much the only things these days which you get more for less $$.
Sep 20, 2021 02:43 PM
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bmattshinerSep 20, 2021 02:43 PM
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Can I mine on this 3080 when I'm not using the laptop? Is this a LHR 3080?
Sep 20, 2021 02:44 PM
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starcaptorSep 20, 2021 02:44 PM
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I commented on this in a prior deal, but I actually own one of these behemoths, and can vouch that you dont buy this, or any thinkpad, for the specs alone. I own the P15, which is basically the same as this machine except that it has Quadro instead of Geforce graphics.

Pros -
The keyboard
Every screen is the best of its class. The IPS screen and the OLED are amazing in 4k spec. Even the higher-spec 1080p screen is nice
4 RAM slots
Robust cooling (but it has its limits)
Indestructible mil-spec chassis
little things like the camera shutter, trackpoint, full-size SD card slot, etc.
Many ports - 3 TB, 2 USB-A
The BEST support* (assuming that there are parts in stock)
Very repairable - all schematics/blow-up diagrams are easy to download and view. (Sadly, the AC jack is not replaceable like it was when Lenovo used barrel-plugs)

Cons -
Hard to compare prices as this category of laptop doesnt really exist en masse (It isnt a gaming machine or a workstation-class...more like a creator's machine)
Very heavy (even amongst workstation class machines)
Throttling at the highest level of usage (Small FFT P95 torture test and linpack, for example)
Dated design with the bezels (but this isnt really Lenovos's fault. No one mass-produces 4k 16 inch screens yet, and only Samsung makes OLEDs at this size, and just one size)
The graphics will be limited due to the cooling capacity, by design. (My GPU has a 90w variant of the RTX 4000)

All in all, I cant recommend the machine to many people unless you are either a designer, or if you have a serious Thiccpad fetish. I am in the latter, and have used X and W series laptops for the past 10 years. Every single one worked until I stopped I using them. If youre a gamer, move on.
Sep 20, 2021 09:13 PM
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koalaverSep 20, 2021 09:13 PM
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Quote from UltraLazer :
Max-Q is like calling shit a well balanced meal
Are you saying you've never met a shiteater? ;D
Sep 20, 2021 10:46 PM
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kkndSep 20, 2021 10:46 PM
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I am not a gamer and but 32gb memory is really good. My current 16gb macbook cannot run many docker instances.

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Sep 21, 2021 12:00 AM
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TurboMannSep 21, 2021 12:00 AM
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It would be great if they had a "custom build" option for these. Don't need and want to pay for the SSD.
Last edited by MiataMann September 20, 2021 at 05:14 PM.

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