ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Comparison summary
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is the better value option.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ has a lot better performing processor.
- ROG Strix AI comes with Windows 11 Pro and ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 with Windows.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix AI has a lot superior graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- For carrying ROG Strix AI is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
- ROG Strix AI has a bigger SSD.
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg) | 8 lbs (3.63 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches |
| (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 19, 2025 | October 6, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,199.99 | $5,399.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,199.99 | $5,399.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoOnly 1 new offer left | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
Compare ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ summary
ASUS ROG Strix AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is okay well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a decent Intel CPU, though enough RAM for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is lackluster for the 16-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 4000gb SSD storage is adequate could be better. It is quite hefty at 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix AI Gaming Laptop 16.0" 240Hz Mini LED WQXGA Display (Intel Ultra 9- 275HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 4TB PCIe SSD, RGB KB, 2 Thunderbolt 5, WiFi 7, Webcam, Win 11 Pro)
15th Gen Ultra 9- 275HX 2.70GHz Processor (upto 5.4GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores); GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics
64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
16.0" Mini LED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Display; 380W PSU, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Off Black Color
4TB PCIe NVMe SSD; HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
ASIN: B0FP5PQ23J
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less memory than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is adequate for the 16-inch 120 Hz monitor. Your 2000gb SSD storage is acceptable could be better.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED 64GB RAM CAMM2, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.70 GHz P-cores up to 4.90 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display :16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7
Dimensions: Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D) 9.87 - 15.8mm x 354.40mm x 241.2mm / 0.39 - 0.62ʺ x 13.95ʺ x 9.49ʺ Weight: Starting at less than 2kg/ 4.41lbs
[Upgrade] will open the box to upgrade the RAM and the hard drive to PCIe-NVMe Solid State Drive. The hard drive upgrade won't affect manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HL5CL65M