Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0015US) vs ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI 16″ (GU605CW-G16.U95080)
Comparison summary
- ROG Zephyrus AI is the better value option.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 has a lot better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 comes with Windows and ROG Zephyrus AI with Windows 11 Pro.
- ROG Zephyrus AI has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
- ROG Zephyrus AI has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0015US)
ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI 16″ (GU605CW-G16.U95080)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0015US) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI 16″ (GU605CW-G16.U95080) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| - | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 4.2 lbs (1.91 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 9.75 x 0.75 inches | |
| (35.56 x 24.76 x 1.9 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 8, 2026 | October 17, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $6,286.54 | $5,219.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $6,286.54 | $5,219.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 / ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI 16″ vs other Intel laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 (21RQ0015US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor for its price. Only WUXGA resolution is unremarkable for the 16-inch screen. Your 1000gb SSD storage is good could be better.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 21RQ0015US 16" Mobile Workstation - WUXGA - Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX - vPro Technology - 32 GB - 1 TB SSD - English (US) Keyboard - Black - Intel Chip - 1920 x 1200 - Windows
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 7
Processor Model: 265HX
vPro Technology: Yes
ASIN: B0HJ669YWJ
ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI 16″ (GU605CW-G16.U95080) summary
ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is acceptable great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less memory than competitors for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 240 Hz display. Your 2000gb SSD storage is passable but could be higher. It is very lightweight at only 4.2 lbs (1.91 kg).
ASUS ROG Zephyrus AI Gaming Laptop 16.0" 240Hz OLED WQXGA Display (Intel Ultra 9-285H, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 32GB LPDDR5X, 2TB PCIe SSD, RGB KB, Thunderbolt 4, Win 11 Pro) w/Premium Backpack
15th Gen Ultra 9-285H 2.90GHz Processor (upto 5.4GHz, 24MB Cache, 16-Cores, 16-Threads, 6 Performance-cores); GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics, VR Ready
32GB OnBoard RAM; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
16.0" OLED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Display; 240W PSU, No, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Eclipse Gray Color
2TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 1, Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Type-C, SD Reader, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
[Includes] Velztorm 1680D Polyester Black Backpack - JS230863(1680D polyester, water resistance,)
ASIN: B0FP9RP3CX