ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 Xeon OLED Unboxing and First Impressions — Pakistan Review
There is something special about unboxing a ThinkPad P1 Gen 2. This is not a consumer laptop in a shiny retail box. This is a mobile workstation — the kind of machine that engineers, designers, and data scientists use for real work. This article covers the unboxing experience, first impressions, and initial setup of the ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 with Xeon, Quadro T2000, and OLED 4K display. Available at 175,000 PKR — message us on WhatsApp to get yours.
First Impressions — Build Quality
The first thing you notice is the weight — or rather, the lack of it. At 1.81 kg, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 is surprisingly light for a machine with a Xeon processor and discrete Quadro GPU. The carbon fiber top cover has a subtle texture that provides grip and feels premium. The aluminum base is solid with no flex. Open the lid and the ThinkPad logo on the palm rest reminds you this is a serious machine.
The OLED Display — First Power On
Press the power button and the OLED display comes alive. The difference between OLED and the IPS panel you have been using is immediately visible. Blacks are truly black. Colors are vibrant without being oversaturated. The X-Rite Pantone calibration means the colors are accurate, not just pretty. Dolby Vision HDR content shows a dynamic range that standard displays simply cannot match.
Touch the screen and the 10-point multi-touch responds instantly. Pick up the ThinkPad Pen Pro and start drawing — the Wacom AES digitizer tracks the pen with minimal latency. Pressure sensitivity works in drawing applications. Palm rejection lets you rest your hand on the screen while drawing. This is a professional creative tool, not just a laptop with a touchscreen.
Keyboard and TrackPoint
The ThinkPad keyboard is legendary, and this generation does not disappoint. Key travel is excellent — you feel each keypress without bottoming out harshly. The backlit keyboard has two brightness levels. The TrackPoint red nub between G and H provides pointer navigation without moving your hands from the typing position. For professionals who type all day, this keyboard is a significant productivity advantage.
Lenovo Vantage First Setup
Open Lenovo Vantage on first boot and you see the system overview. The software shows your warranty status (Premier Support), available updates, and hardware configuration. The first thing to do is set the battery charge threshold to 80% — this extends battery lifespan to 3+ years. Then explore the color profile manager — switch between sRGB, DCI-P3, and native profiles depending on your workflow.
Vantage also shows the performance mode settings. Set to maximum performance for heavy workloads, or switch to battery saving for lighter tasks. The software manages BIOS and driver updates, ensuring your workstation stays current and stable.
Ports and Connectivity
Left side: power input, two Thunderbolt 3 ports, HDMI 2.0, mini Ethernet, and audio combo jack. Right side: two USB-A 3.1 ports (one Always On for device charging), SD card reader, and Kensington lock slot. The Thunderbolt 3 ports are the stars — connect a dock, external monitors, or high-speed storage through a single cable. The HDMI 2.0 port supports 4K external displays directly.
Performance First Test
Open a heavy application — Photoshop with a large file, Premiere Pro with a 4K timeline, or Blender with a 3D scene. The Xeon processor and Quadro T2000 handle the workload without hesitation. The NVMe SSD loads files quickly. The 16GB RAM provides adequate headroom for moderate workloads. And the free RAM slot is sitting there, waiting for you to upgrade when you need more.
Dolby Audio
Play some music or a video and the Dolby Audio speakers surprise you. These are not tinny laptop speakers. The upward-firing design directs sound toward you, and the Dolby Atmos software provides audio profiles for music, movies, gaming, and voice. For a workstation, the audio quality is a pleasant bonus.
Standing with Palestine
At Kimi Travels, we believe travel should build bridges between people — never erase their histories or silence their struggles. We stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine and proudly serve Palestinian students, patients, and families travelling through Pakistan and the wider region. A portion of every booking we process is donated to verified humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza and the West Bank. Justice anywhere is justice everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What comes in the box?
A:The ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 laptop, 135W Slim Tip charger, and documentation. Check with us for specific included accessories.
Q: How is the build quality?
A:Excellent — carbon fiber top, aluminum base, MIL-SPEC tested. Light at 1.81 kg, thin at 18.7mm.
Q: How much does it cost?
A:175,000 PKR. WhatsApp us below to get yours.
Get This Machine
This ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 configuration is available at 175,000 PKR. If this is the machine you have been looking for, click the button below to message us directly on WhatsApp.
Unboxing a workstation. OLED. Xeon. Quadro. 175K PKR.
— Kimi Travels Desk