Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is hands-down winner while also being better priced.
- For performance HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW has a lot better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in ThinkPad P1 Gen 8.
- For graphics performance 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW features a bigger display. For portability ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080) |
|---|---|
| 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 Ultra 9 275HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg) | 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches | 15.71 x 11.73 x 1.26 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.7 cm) | (39.9 x 29.79 x 3.2 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 18, 2026 | May 31, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $6,609.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $6,609.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 3 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ / HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is very portable at only 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg). 3.2K resolution is decent for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 4000gb SSD storage is decent.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Ultra 9 285H vPro 16C -(64GB RAM CAMM2 || 4TB SSD), 16" 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED 600nits, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Win11 Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 9 285H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.40 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5X-7467MT/s (CAMM2) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
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 0.67 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.82 kg (4.03 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: B0HFPFBW9F
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card that is passable great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an ok Intel processor, but plenty of memory for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is poor for the 18-inch 240 Hz display. The 4000gb SSD storage is decent but could be higher. It is light at only 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW 18" WQXGA 240Hz IPS-Level, 2.1 GHz Ultra 9-275HX, RTX 5080, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 4 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-275HX 24 Core - 24 Thread Processor, 2.1 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz), 36 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 w/ 16 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" 2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) 240Hz IPS-level 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--4 TB (2 x 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 GB (2 x 64 GB) of fast DDR5 5600MHz dual channel 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: B0DYZ9BV1G