Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) vs ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Comparison summary
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is the better value option.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ has a better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 comes with Windows and ROG Strix AI with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix AI has a lot better graphics card.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- For carrying ROG Strix AI is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) | ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.3 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches |
| (36.32 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| April 3, 2026 | September 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $6,199.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $6,199.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 4 h agoOnly 1 new offer left |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ)
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It has an acceptable Intel processorand less than ideal memory for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). WQUXGA resolution is superb for the 16″ IPS display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 20C, 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) Non-Touch, 800 nits, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell, Backlit KYB, Windows Pro
Processor:Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.20 GHz)
Memory: 64 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 Performance
Display: 16" WQUXGA (3840 x 2400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 400, 100%DCI-P3, 800 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Light; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7
Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D): 15.8mm – 20.9mm x 362mm x 252mm / 0.62″ – 0.82″ x 14.25″ x 9.92″ Weight: Starting at 2.54kg / 5.6lbs
[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: B0GVGGFBS8
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ summary
ASUS ROG Strix AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is okay well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a decent Intel CPU, though enough RAM for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is lackluster for the 16-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 4000gb SSD storage is adequate could be better. It is quite hefty at 6.1 lbs (2.77 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix AI Gaming Laptop 16.0" 240Hz Mini LED WQXGA Display (Intel Ultra 9- 275HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 4TB PCIe SSD, RGB KB, 2 Thunderbolt 5, WiFi 7, Webcam, Win 11 Pro)
15th Gen Ultra 9- 275HX 2.70GHz Processor (upto 5.4GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores); GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics
64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
16.0" Mini LED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Display; 380W PSU, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Off Black Color
4TB PCIe NVMe SSD; HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
ASIN: B0FP5PQ23J