Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Comparison summary
- HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW is hands-down better laptop but Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a bit better deal.
- For performance 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW has a better performing processor. It also has more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW with Windows 11 Home.
- For graphics performance 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW has a better graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW features a bigger display. For carrying ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 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 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 15.71 x 11.73 x 1.26 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (39.9 x 29.79 x 3.2 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | June 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $6,119.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,899.11 | $6,119.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080)
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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
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW (G815LW-G18.U95080) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW is a Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is passable well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a passable Intel CPU, but lots of RAM for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is not the best for the 18-inch 240 Hz monitor. Your 2000gb SSD storage is passable but could be higher. It is lightweight at only 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW 18" WQXGA 240Hz IPS-Level, 2.1 GHz Ultra 9-275HX, RTX 5080, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 2 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-275HX 24 Core - 24 Thread Processor, 2.1 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz), 36 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 w/ 16 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
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. HIDevolution Promise: 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: B0DYZBR28X