Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a better laptop for gaming though 2025 ASUS TUF gives you more bang for your buck.
- For performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing processor. 2025 ASUS TUF contains more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and 2025 ASUS TUF with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- 2025 ASUS TUF features a bigger display. For portability 2025 ASUS TUF is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- 2025 ASUS TUF has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74) |
|---|---|
| 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 7 260 |
| 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 5050 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 15.71 x 11.14 x 1.05 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (39.9 x 28.3 x 2.67 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 8, 2023 | October 3, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,799.21 | $5,279.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,799.21 | $5,279.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0028US)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ 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
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It doesn't come with the top AMD CPU, though a decent amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card which is unimpressive well-suited for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. Only Full HD Plus resolution is mediocre for the 18-inch 144 Hz monitor. Your 8000gb SSD storage is acceptable. It is very lightweight at only 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS TUF Gaming A18 FA808UH 18" FHD+ 144Hz IPS-Level, 3.8 GHz Ryzen 7 260, RTX 5050, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
AMD Ryzen 7 260 8 Core - 16 Thread Processor, 3.8 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.1 GHz), 16 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 144Hz IPS-Level Display Gaming Laptop by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU + GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--8 TB (2 x 4 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 Pro--installed by HIDevolution. 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: B0FPDC7DYF