Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US) vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615LW-AB96)
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a winner for gaming while also being better priced.
- For performance ROG Strix G16 has a lot better performing processor. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 contains more memory.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 comes with Windows and ROG Strix G16 with Windows 11.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix G16 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying ROG Strix G16 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615LW-AB96)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US) | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615LW-AB96) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-14700HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
| 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 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 3.89 lbs (1.76 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 10.5 x 1.2 inches | 13.94 x 10.55 x 0.9 inches |
| (36.32 x 26.67 x 3.05 cm) | (35.41 x 26.8 x 2.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 6, 2025 | June 5, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,999.99 | $3,899.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,999.99 | $3,299.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615LW-AB96)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 / ASUS ROG Strix G16 vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA0051US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, however enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the RTX 2000 Ada Generation graphics card that is subpar great for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. WQUXGA resolution is very good for the 16″ IPS display. The 2000gb SSD storage is ok. It is quite heavy at 8 lbs (3.63 kg).
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 Intel Core i7-14700HX, 20C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), 800 nits, 60Hz, 64GB RAM DDR5, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor:14th Generation Intel Core i7-14700HX Processor (E-cores up to 3.90 GHz P-cores up to 5.50 GHz)
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-4000MHz (SODIMM) - (2 x 32 GB); Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light, LED Backlight; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU 8GB 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: B0D8MS44HM
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615LW-AB96) summary
ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a reasonably priced Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is remarkable great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a brilliant Intel CPU, but less RAM than the competition for its price. Only Quad HD resolution is lackluster for the 16″ 240 Hz display. Your 1000gb SSD storage is adequate but could be higher. It is very lightweight at only 3.89 lbs (1.76 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2026) Gaming Laptop, 16” ROG Nebula HDR 2.5K 240Hz/3ms, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5, 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, Win11 Home, G615LW-AB96
HIGH-PERFORMANCE MEMORY AND STORAGE - Multitask seamlessly with 32GB of DDR5-5600MHz memory and store all your game library on 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD.
PREMIUM ROG NEBULA DISPLAY — Immerse yourself in stunning visuals with the ultra-fast 300Hz display, ideal for gaming, content creation, and entertainment. Featuring a new AGLR film that significantly reduces glare while enhancing contrast, Dolby Vision HDR brings visuals to life with richer, brighter, and more vivid colors. Every image stays sharp and punchy — even from wide viewing angles, so the picture looks just as good off-center as it does straight on.
ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING - ROG’s advanced thermals keep your system cool, quiet and comfortable. State of the art cooling equals best in class performance. Featuring an end-to-end vapor chamber, tri-fan technology and Conductonaut extreme liquid metal applied to the chipset delivers fast gameplay.
CUSTOMIZABLE FULL-SURROUND RGB LIGHTBAR - Showcase your style with a 360° RGB light bar that syncs with your keyboard and ROG peripherals. In professional settings, Stealth Mode turns off all lighting for a sleek, refined look.
UPGRADE WITH TOOL-FREE ACCESS - Forget about a screwdriver, and customize RAM, SSD, and fans by sliding a latch on the bottom half of the device. A removable frame protects other hardware and offers deeper access for advanced users.
MUX SWITCH WITH ADVANCED OPTIMUS - A MUX Switch boosts gaming performance by 5-10% by routing frames directly from the dGPU. Advanced Optimus improves battery life by automatically switching between the iGPU and dGPU based on the task, without restarting.
3 MONTHS OF GAME PASS INCLUDED - Enjoy playing new titles with access to 200+ high-quality games across many genres.
ASIN: B0GYMN57R2