HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing processor. It also offers more memory.
- 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey comes with Windows 11 Pro and ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey has a lot superior graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) | 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 285H | 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 5090 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.08 lbs (1.85 kg) | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 9.69 x 0.65 inches | 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches |
| (35.41 x 24.61 x 1.65 cm) | (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2x 8000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 17, 2026 | December 8, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $9,079.00 | $5,799.21 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $9,079.00 | $5,799.21 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
Compare HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey / Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs other gaming laptops:
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey is a reasonably priced gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card which is very good well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM overall for its price. Your 2x 8000gb SSD storage is an outstanding amount. Only WQXGA resolution is unimpressive for the 16″ 240 Hz monitor. It is very lightweight at only 4.08 lbs (1.85 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX [Grey] 16" WQXGA 240Hz OLED, 2.7 GHz Ultra 9-285H, RTX 5090, 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM, 2 x 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-285H 16 Core - 16 Thread Processor, 2.7 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.4 GHz), 24 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 w/ 24 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 16" 2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) 240Hz OLED Display Gaming Laptop with stocked Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU by adding Gelid GC Extreme on GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--2 x 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
32 GB LPDDR5X 7467 dual channel on board system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating system: Windows 11 Pro--installed by HIDevolution. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff. Contact us for more customization options.
ASIN: B0FTT8DBWD
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation graphics card which is mediocre great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher. It is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg).
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