Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is hands-down winner while also being better priced.
- HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in ThinkPad P1 Gen 8.
- For graphics performance 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 features more memory.
- 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey is smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090) |
|---|---|
| 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 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| 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 5090 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg) | 4.08 lbs (1.85 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches | 13.94 x 9.69 x 0.65 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.7 cm) | (35.41 x 24.61 x 1.65 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 18, 2026 | August 19, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $5,229.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $5,229.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey (GU605CX-G16.U9X5090)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ / HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605CX Grey vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a fairly priced 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). The 4000gb SSD storage is a remarkable amount. 3.2K resolution is decent for the 16″ 120 Hz screen.
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 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