EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″ vs ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Comparison summary
- EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″ is hands-down better laptop though ROG Strix AI gives you more bang for your buck.
- For graphics performance 21RQ001BUS has a better graphics card.
- 21RQ001BUS has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- For carrying 21RQ001BUS is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- 21RQ001BUS features more memory.
EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″ | ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ |
|---|---|
| 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 275HX |
| 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 | |
| RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg) | 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.25 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches |
| (36.19 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| February 12, 2026 | September 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $9,799.00 | $6,199.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $9,799.00 | $6,199.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 48 min agoOnly 1 new offer left | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoOnly 1 new offer left |
Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″ / ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs other touchscreen laptops:
EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS 16″ summary
EXcaliberPC 21RQ001BUS is attractively priced touchscreen laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has an impressive Intel CPU and enough memory for its price. The laptop is reasonably weighted enough at 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg). 3.2K resolution is adequate for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is okay.
EXCaliberPC (2026) ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Touchscreen Laptop (Intel Ultra 9 275HX, 128GB RAM, 4TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000, 16" 3.2K Tandem OLED, Windows 11 Pro) - 21RQ001BUS
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200x2000) VRR 40-120Hz Tandem-OLED Touch Display (100% DCI-P3)
Graphics Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 24GB GDDR7
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24 Cores (2.1GHz-5.4GHz, 36MB Intel Smart Cache)
RAM: 128GB (4x 32GB) DDR5 4000MHz | Hard Drive: 4TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro | Warranty: 1 Year USA Warranty (valid until February 2027)
ASIN: B0GN2Y9CHB
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