Lenovo Thinkbook 16 (Gen 8) Review: A Simple Book!

SoulOfTech β€’ May 4, 2025
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An honest review of the Thinkbook 16 (Gen 8) with Intel's new core series 2 processor. This laptop is designed for entry level business users. We take a look to see if it can satisfy those parameters in this detailed review. Looking to buy this laptop? (Product Links) πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Lenovo US Store: https://howl.link/0mu4afi7l3o6e πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Lenovo CA Store: https://howl.link/3mry5fmd8iqn8 🌐 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4j6DgLg Chapters: 0:00 Configuration 1:48 Design and Ports 4:59 Display 6:59 Performance and Thermals 9:14 Upgrades, Battery and Speakers 10:27 Pricing and Summary β›­ My Studio Items and Gear: Flexispot E7 Pro Standing Desk: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2052494&u=3250260&m=68890&urllink=&afftrack= OdinLake S450 Standing Desk (30% Off Code: DESK30): https://odinlake.pxf.io/PyLQJR Smart Wings Motorized Blinds: https://www.smartwingshome.com/collections/all?ref=118 Fenge Desk Shelf: https://amzn.to/3MhWgY8 Orbitkey Nest (v2) Desk Organizer: https://www.orbitkey.com/collections/orbitkey-nest?rfsn=8105723.5ad682&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8105723.5ad682 Ekster Wallets (5% OFF Code: SOULOFTECH): https://partner.ekster.com/souloftech Ikea Bergshult Shelf: https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/bergshult-shelf-walnut-effect-80534169 Ikea Skadis Pegboard: https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skadis-pegboard-black-50534378/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=surfaces&utm_campaign=shopping_feed&utm_content=free_google_shopping_clicks_Homeorganisation&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoJa2BhBPEiwA0l0ImJA398k7pcqwhuGKsEevs_e37mBPkjFpMLXSCmBInpKTLSGmCBHXSRoCY14QAvD_BwE Eddifier MR4 Speakers: https://amzn.to/3YTGjyP Dell Ultrasharp 4K Monitor: https://howl.me/cmVOhUHwYvq NuPhy Halo 96v2 Keyboard: https://nuphy.com/products/halo96-v2-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard?sca_ref=3319051.P9gyhOQ4Nm Logitech MX Master 3: https://howl.me/cmVOloyN7Ag Dawntrees Desk Mat: https://amzn.to/3MdjLBV Obsbot Tiny 2 4K Webcam: https://amzn.to/3yOav3S AoHi Starship 40000mAh Powerbank: http://shrsl.com/4oxog Neewar Light Panels: https://amzn.to/3WY6cek Circle Of Life Lamp: https://sohnne.com/product/circle-of-life-lamp/?ref=bmoetlqq Augelight LED Filament Lamp: https://amzn.to/3T0oJWb Godox TL60 RGB LED Tubelight: https://amzn.to/47c

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