Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) vs MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is clearly winner while also being better priced.
- For performance ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a lot better processor.
- These two differ in their operating systems: ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 runs Windows while WS76 runs Windows 10.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 features a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- When it comes to graphics ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a bit better performing graphics card.
- WS76 offers a larger screen. For portability WS76 is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 offers more SSD storage.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) | MSI WS76 17″ (11468) |
|---|---|
| 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 i9-11900H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | - |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation | RTX A5000 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 15.59 x 10.21 x 0.8 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (39.6 x 25.93 x 2.03 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 10 |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 7, 2026 | July 30, 2021 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,149.00 | $5,599.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,149.00 | $5,599.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 6 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ / MSI WS76 17″ 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 come with the top Intel CPU and also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is passable for the 16-inch 120 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is passable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED Touch 600 nits 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor :Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Processor with vPro (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz, P-cores up to 5.40 GHz with Turbo Boost, 16 Cores, 16 Threads, 24 MB Cache)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display : 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 0.62 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.84 kg (4.06 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: B0HD2BGJDC
MSI WS76 17″ (11468) summary
MSI WS76 is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best Intel processor for its price. The laptop has the RTX A5000 GPU that is unremarkable for gaming. Merely Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ 144 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable could be better. It is very light at only 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg).
MSI WS76 Workstation Laptop: 17.3" 144Hz FHD 1080p, Intel Core i9-11900H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E, TPM2.0 Fingerprint, Win10 PRO, Black (11UM-468)
Visual Performance: The 17.3" 144Hz FHD has you covered for any situation whether it be structural simlations, machine engine-design or 3D modeling.
Redefined Power: The 11th Gen. Intel Core i9 processor, delivers high performance with 8 cores boosting up to 5.0 GHz. Take on any rendering and applications with ease.
Quadro Performance: NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000 brings real-time ray tracing, AI, and advanced graphics for architects, designers, artists, scientists, and researchers.
Strong Security: TPM 2.0 and fingerprint reader to bring the highest security through hardware and software integration.
Versatile Connections: Wide rage of I/O ports including Thunderbolt 4 supporting power delivery and up to 40Gbps of data transfer and USB 4.0.
ISV Certified: MSI workstations are ISV certified systems, officially recognized and certified by major ISVs in engineering, 3D modeling, designing and more.
ASIN: B098WRWFKB