Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) vs MSI Raider AI 18″
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Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell is hands-down better laptop but MSI Raider AI 18″ is a better deal.
- For performance Raider AI has a better performing processor. ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell features more memory.
- Raider AI has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell.
- For graphics performance Raider AI has a lot faster graphics card.
- Raider AI has a higher resolution screen (4k).
- Raider AI features a bigger display. For carrying ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ)
MSI Raider AI 18″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) | MSI Raider AI 18″ |
|---|---|
| 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 285HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 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″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) | 7.8 lbs (3.54 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.25 x 9.92 x 0.82 inches | 15.95 x 12.05 x 1.3 inches |
| (36.19 x 25.2 x 2.08 cm) | (40.51 x 30.61 x 3.3 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2x 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 15, 2026 | May 31, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,799.00 | $5,181.24 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,799.00 | $5,181.24 |
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Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ)
MSI Raider AI 18″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell / MSI Raider AI 18″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell (21RQ) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell is a fine value Windows laptop released in 2026. It has a satisfactory Intel processor, however lots of RAM for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg). 3.2K resolution is satisfactory for the 16″ 120 Hz display. The 4000gb SSD storage is satisfactory.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3【NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell】 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, 20C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000) OLED Touch, 600 nits Backlit KYB, Win11 Pro (128GB RAM + 4TB SSD)
Processor:Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.20 GHz)
RAM : 128 GB DDR5-(SODIMM) - ; Storage: 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4
Display: 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz; 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: B0HJXDBJXT
MSI Raider AI 18″ summary
MSI Raider AI is an adequately priced gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card which is good for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an exceptional Intel CPU and enough memory for its price. 4k resolution is reasonable for the 18-inch 120 Hz monitor. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is reasonable but could be higher. It is quite light at only 7.8 lbs (3.54 kg).
MSI Raider AI Gaming Laptop 18" 120Hz Mini LED 4K Display (Intel Ultra 9-285HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 2x2TB PCIe SSD (4TB), Backlit KB, Win 11 Pro) w/Duex Max DS Monitor
Ultra 9- 285HX 2.80GHz Processor (upto 5.5GHz, 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, Fingerprint, Backlit KB Standard Keyboard
18" Mini LED 4K (3840x2400) 120Hz Display; 400W PSU, No, 4-Cell 95 WHr Battery; Core Black Color
2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (4TB available storage); HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, SD Reader, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
[Includes] Mobile Pixels Duex Max DS 14-inch FHD Monitor-1011007P06()
ASIN: B0F9BVHZ61