EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ (Stealth) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Comparison summary
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is the better value option.
- For performance ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a better performing processor. EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ has more memory.
- 2025 MSI comes with Windows 11 Pro and ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with Windows.
- For graphics performance 2025 MSI has a lot better graphics card.
- 2025 MSI has a higher resolution screen (5k).
- 2025 MSI features a bigger display. For carrying 2025 MSI is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ (Stealth)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ (Stealth) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 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 Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 5k (5120 x 2880 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.39 lbs (2.9 kg) | 8 lbs (3.63 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.74 x 11.41 x 0.94 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches |
| (39.98 x 28.98 x 2.39 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 14, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,299.00 | $5,399.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,299.00 | $5,399.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ (Stealth)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI 18″ (Stealth) summary
EXcaliberPC 2025 MSI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card that is adequate for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't come with the top AMD processor, however a good amount of memory for its price. 5k resolution is acceptable for the 18″ 120 Hz display. Your 2000gb SSD storage is ok leaves room for improvement. It is easy to carry at only 6.39 lbs (2.9 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2025] MSI Stealth A18 AI+ A3HWIG-028US (AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, 128GB RAM, 2TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 18" UHD+ 120Hz, Windows 11 Pro) Gaming Laptop
Display: 18" UHD+ (3840x2400) 120Hz Mini LED HDR 1000 100% DCI-P3
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 10 Cores (2.0GHz-5.0GHz, 24MB Smart Cache)
RAM: 128GB (2x 64GB) DDR5 5600MHz | Hard Drive: 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor (include 1 Year Global Warranty) + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0H6GQC6H4
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, but enough memory for its price. The laptop has the RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation graphics card that is not the best well-suited for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. 3.2K resolution is decent for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 2000gb SSD storage is decent but could be higher. It is quite hefty at 8 lbs (3.63 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED Touch 600 nits 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor :Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Processor with vPro (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz, P-cores up to 5.40 GHz with Turbo Boost, 16 Cores, 16 Threads, 24 MB Cache)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, 100%DCI-P3, 600 nits, VRR 40-120Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation 8GB GDDR7 with up to 572 TOPS AI performance
Dimensions: (WxDxH)354.4 x 241.2 x 17.05 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.84 kg (4.06 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 manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HCWYLDZ7