EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) vs Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 (21QV004MUS)
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Comparison summary
- Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 is outright winner while also being better priced.
- 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 has Windows 11 Pro, which is better and safer than Windows 11 Home that is in EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″.
- 2026 MSI has a bigger screen. For portability 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- 2026 MSI offers more memory.
- 2026 MSI has a larger SSD for storage.
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider)
Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 (21QV004MUS)
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) | Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 (21QV004MUS) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | - |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 96gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | - |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD Plus (3200 x 1800 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 7.94 lbs (3.6 kg) | 7.18 lbs (3.26 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches | 14 x 9.5 x 1 inches |
| (40.41 x 30.71 x 3.2 cm) | (35.56 x 24.13 x 2.54 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2x 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 11, 2026 | October 9, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,999.00 | $5,571.59 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,999.00 | $5,571.59 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 54 min agoIn stock DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 h agoOnly 1 new offer left DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. |
Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider)
Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 (21QV004MUS)
Compare EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ / Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 vs other gaming laptops:
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) summary
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI is an okay value Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is decent well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a very good AMD CPU and a lot of memory for its price. Only Quad HD Plus resolution is weak for the 18″ 240 Hz monitor. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is ok could be better. It is light enough at 7.94 lbs (3.6 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2026] MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG-272US (AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, 96GB RAM, 2X 2TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 18" QHD+ 240Hz, Windows 11) Gaming Laptop
Display: 18" QHD+ (2560x1600) 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 IPS-Level Panel
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16 Cores (2.5GHz-5.4GHz, 128MB Smart Cache)
RAM: 96GB (2x 48GB) DDR5 5600MHz | Hard Drive: 4TB (2x 2TB) PCIe NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor (include 1 Year Global Warranty) + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0HRBY4TL9
Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 (21QV004MUS) summary
Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 is a laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It is quite hefty at 7.18 lbs (3.26 kg) for a 16″ laptop. The 2000gb SSD storage is decent but could be higher.
Lenovo 21QV004MUS ThinkPad P16S Gen 4 Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 64GB RAM 2TB SSD 16 in. Windows 11 Pro Laptop, Black
16-inch widescreen display with Low Blue Light technology for reduced eye strain.
High definition audio with dual array microphone and stereo speakers.
Advanced security features include fingerprint reader and IR camera for Windows Hello.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 is designed for professionals seeking a reliable and powerful workstation.
Featuring a 16-inch widescreen display with Low Blue Light technology, this laptop provides a comfortable viewing experience while reducing eye strain.
Equipped with a dual array microphone and stereo speakers for high-definition audio during calls.
With advanced security features like a fingerprint reader and IR camera for Windows Hello, this laptop prioritizes data safety.
This laptop features military-grade durability, built to withstand challenging environments.
ASIN: B0HM9JZPHS