Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a winner while also being better priced.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ has a better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and ROG Strix AI with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix AI has a better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is thinner and more compact in size.
- ROG Strix AI has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-13980HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| 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 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | September 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $6,199.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $6,199.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoOnly 1 new offer left |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs other Intel i9 laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less RAM than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) IPS, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor: Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 32T, P-core 2.2 / 5.6GHz, E-core 1.6 / 4.0GHz, 36MB
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight; Graphic Card: RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6
Dimensions (WxDxH): 364 x 266 x 30.23 mm (14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches); Weight: Starting at 2.95 kg (6.5 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 Lenovo manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0CF46M35M
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ summary
ASUS ROG Strix AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is okay well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a decent Intel CPU, though enough RAM for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is lackluster for the 16-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 4000gb SSD storage is adequate could be better. It is quite hefty at 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix AI Gaming Laptop 16.0" 240Hz Mini LED WQXGA Display (Intel Ultra 9- 275HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 4TB PCIe SSD, RGB KB, 2 Thunderbolt 5, WiFi 7, Webcam, Win 11 Pro)
15th Gen Ultra 9- 275HX 2.70GHz Processor (upto 5.4GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores); GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics
64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
16.0" Mini LED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Display; 380W PSU, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Off Black Color
4TB PCIe NVMe SSD; HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
ASIN: B0FP5PQ23J