ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is hands-down better laptop.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ has a better performing processor. ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 contains more memory.
- ROG Strix AI comes with Windows 11 Pro and ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix AI has a better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is thinner and more compact in size.
- ROG Strix AI has a bigger SSD.
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) |
|---|---|
| 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 i9-13980HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg) | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| January 6, 2026 | December 8, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,839.99 | $5,899.11 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,839.99 | $5,899.11 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoOnly 1 new offer left | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other gaming laptops:
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ summary
ASUS ROG Strix AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card that is ok great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an adequate Intel processorand not that much memory for its price. Just WQXGA resolution is underwhelming for the 16″ 240 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable but could be higher. It is quite bulky 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, 32GB 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
32GB 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: B0FP5QD16D
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less RAM than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) IPS, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.6GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight; Graphic Card: RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6
Dimensions (WxDxH): 364 x 266 x 30.23 mm (14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches); Weight: Starting at 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
[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 Lenovo manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0CF46M35M