Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is hands-down better laptop though ROG Strix G16 gives you more bang for your buck.
- For performance ROG Strix G16 has a better performing processor. ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and ROG Strix G16 with Windows 11 Pro.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For graphics performance ROG Strix G16 has a bit better graphics card.
- For carrying ROG Strix G16 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ROG Strix G16 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-13980HX | AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX |
| 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 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 14 x 10.5 x 1.4 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.56 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | August 29, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $5,019.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $5,019.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / ASUS ROG Strix G16 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 G16 (G614) summary
ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top AMD CPU plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card which is not the best well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 165 Hz IPS monitor. Your 8000gb SSD storage is passable. It is lightweight at only 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop 16" 165Hz IPS FHD Nebula, Ryzen 9 32GB/8TB | 16-Core Ryzen 9 8940HX, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB, ROG Nebula Display, RGB Backlit KB, WiFi 6E, 90WH Batt, W11P, w/DKZ USB Hub
16.0" IPS WUXGA (1920x1200) 165Hz Display; 802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.3, RJ-45, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
Zen 4 Gen Ryzen 9 8940HX 2.40GHz Processor (upto 5.3 GHz, 64MB Cache, 16-Cores, 32-Threads, ); GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics, VR Ready
32GB DDR5 SODIMM; 280W PSU, No, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Eclipse Gray Color
8TB PCIe NVMe SSD; HDMI, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)
[Includes] Authorized Dockztorm Portable USB Hub(Portable Dockztorm Data Hub;Data Rate up to 5Gbps)
ASIN: B0FKPS3Q9J