Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP (G814FP-WS96)
Comparison summary
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP is the better value option.
- For performance 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP has a better performing processor. It also features more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP with Windows 11 Home.
- For graphics performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a faster graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP features a bigger display and smaller in size.
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP (G814FP-WS96)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP (G814FP-WS96) |
|---|---|
| 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 9955HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 128gb |
| 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 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 6.61 lbs (3 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 15.71 x 11.57 x 1.21 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (39.9 x 29.39 x 3.07 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 21, 2026 | March 3, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,579.21 | $5,119.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,579.21 | $5,119.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP (G814FP-WS96)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 4000 Ada Generation GPU that is poor well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQUXGA resolution is fantastic for the 16″ IPS screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is good but could be higher. It is quite heavy 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, 1TB 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: 1 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.
CPU Model Speed: 400 GHz | Keyboard Layout: Qwerty | Power Source Type: AC & Battery | Refresh Rate: 60 hertz
ASIN: B0CF39GQ35
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP (G814FP-WS96) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP is a Windows gaming laptop. It has an impressive AMD processor and lots of memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card that is underwhelming for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Just WQXGA resolution is not the best for the 18″ 240 Hz screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is ok leaves room for improvement. It is lightweight at only 6.61 lbs (3 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814FP 18" WQXGA 240Hz IPS-Level, 2.5 GHz Ryzen 9 9955HX, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 2 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 16 Core - 32 Thread Processor, 2.5 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.4 GHz), 64 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" 2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) 240Hz IPS-level Display Gaming Laptop with stocked Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU by adding Gelid GC Extreme on GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 GB (2 x 64 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. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff. Contact us for more customization options.
ASIN: B0GDW3QH3H