Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) vs HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Comparison summary
- For performance HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a lot better performing processor.
- For graphics performance 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a lot better performing graphics card.
- 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a higher resolution screen (4k).
- 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG features a bigger display. For portability Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) | HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6) |
|---|---|
| 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 290HX Plus |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| 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) | 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg) | 8.16 lbs (3.7 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches | 15.71 x 11.73 x 1.38 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.7 cm) | (39.9 x 29.79 x 3.51 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 18, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $5,419.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,019.00 | $5,419.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ / HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG 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 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG is an okay value Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is fine well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a very good Intel CPU and a decent amount of memory for its price. 4k resolution is ok for the 18-inch 240 Hz display. The 1000gb SSD storage is passable leaves room for improvement. It is quite heavy at 8.16 lbs (3.7 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG 18" 4K 240Hz Mini LED, 2.7 GHz Ultra 9-290HX Plus, RTX 5080, 64 GB DDR5 RAM, 1 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-290HX Plus 24 Core - 24 Thread Processor, 2.7 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz), 36 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 w/ 16 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" 4K (3840 x 2400) WQUXGA 240Hz Mini LED Display with Stocked Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU by adding Gelid GC Extreme on GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
PCIe based storage--1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--64 GB (2 x 32 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 Home. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0H822VYNL