Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 16″
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing processor. It also has more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 with Windows 11 Home.
- For graphics performance 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 has a lot better graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 is thinner and smaller in size.
- 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 16″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 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 386H |
| 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 5090 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | 2880x1800 (2880 x 1800 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 6.22 lbs (2.82 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 13.98 x 9.72 x 0.98 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (35.51 x 24.69 x 2.49 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2x 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | August 23, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,799.21 | $6,249.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,799.21 | $6,249.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2023. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation graphics card which is mediocre great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is okay but could be higher. It is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg).
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
EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 16″ summary
EXcaliberPC 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 is a Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card which is exceptional for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't have the best Intel CPU and also less memory than the competition for its price. Only 2880x1800 resolution is mediocre for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is acceptable leaves room for improvement. It is quite heavy at 6.22 lbs (2.82 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2026] ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-DB96 (Intel Ultra 9 386H, 32GB RAM, 2X 2TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090, 16" 120Hz OLED Touch, Windows 11) Gaming Laptop
Display: 16" 3K OLED (2880x1800, WQXGA+) 120Hz Touch Display (100% DCI-P3)
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 386H 16 Cores (2.1GHz-4.9GHz, 18MB Intel Smart Cache)
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7
RAM: 32GB LPDDR5X 8533 (Onboard) | Hard Drive: 4TB (2x 2TB) PCIe NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 3-Year ASUS USA + Global Warranty Parts & Labor + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0H7D8M5DM