Comparison of HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) vs ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Comparison of ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)

HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) vs ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

Comparison summary

  • For performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
  • For graphics performance HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey has a lot better performing graphics card.
  • 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.
  • P16 Gen 2 has a bigger SSD.
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HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)

ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

2026 modelThinHigh resolution
2026 modeli7 CPUIPS screenHigh resolutionFingerprint Reader

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HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)ThinkPad P16 Gen 2
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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Intel Core Ultra 9 285HIntel Core i7-14700HX
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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32gb128gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 5090RTX 3500 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)11 lbs (4.99 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
13.94 x 9.69 x 0.65 inches14.33 x 10.47 x 1.19 inches
(35.41 x 24.61 x 1.65 cm)(36.4 x 26.59 x 3.02 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
2000gb SSD8000gb SSD
Release date
August 19, 2026September 22, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$5,229.00$7,499.00
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$5,229.00$7,499.00
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Laptop Dimensions

HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)

13.94 in
35.41 cm
9.69 in
24.61 cm
Thickness: 0.65 in (1.65 cm)

ThinkPad P16 Gen 2

14.33 in
36.4 cm
10.47 in
26.59 cm
Thickness: 1.19 in (3.02 cm)

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HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) viewed from another angle
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HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) summary

HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card that is very good for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't have the best Intel processor and also less memory than the competition for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is subpar for the 16″ 240 Hz screen. The 2000gb SSD storage is fine but could be higher. It is very light 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 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

PCIe based storage--2 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: B0DYZ8CVB8

ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 summary

ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, though decent RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 3500 Ada Generation GPU that is unremarkable great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is outstanding for the 16″ IPS monitor. Your 8000gb SSD storage is reasonable. It is quite on the heavier side at 11 lbs (4.99 kg).

NewLenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Mobile Workstation Laptop for Engineer Designer Architect, RTX 3500 Ada 12GB, Core i7-14700HX, 128GB RAM 8TB SSD, 16” 4K+ (3840 x 2400) IPS 800nits, Fingerprint Win11 Pro

Processor: 14th Generation Inte.l Core i7-14700HX Processor (E-cores up to 3.90 GHz P-cores up to 5.50 GHz)

Graphic Card: NVIDI.A RTX 3500 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6

Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light

Memory: 128 GB DDR5-5600MT/s (SODIMM) | Storage: 8 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance TLC Opal

Operating System: Win 11 Pro 64 | Camera: 1080P FHD IR Hybrid with Microphone and Privacy Shutter | AC Adapter / Power Supply: 170W | Fingerprint Reader: Fingerprint Reader | Bundled with a 7-in-1 USB-C hub

Keyboard: Backlit, Black with Number Pad - English (US) | WLAN: Inte.l Wi-Fi 6E AX211 2x2 AX & Near Field Communication & Bluetooth 5.1 (Win 10) or Bluetooth 5.3 (Win 11) | Warranty: 1 Year Courier or Carry-in | Color: Storm Grey

ASIN: B0HKM38ZZS

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