Comparison of Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Comparison of ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″

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Comparison summary

  • ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ is a better laptop but Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 is a better deal.
  • For performance ROG Strix AI has a lot better performing processor. ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 offers more memory.
  • For graphics performance ROG Strix AI has a lot superior graphics card.
  • ROG Strix AI has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
  • ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 features a bigger display. For portability ROG Strix AI is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″

2025 modelTrusted brandi7 CPUIPS screenFingerprint Reader
2026 modelHigh resolution

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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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Intel Core i7-11850HIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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128gb32gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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Quadro T1200GeForce RTX 5080
Screen size
17.3″16″
Screen resolution
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels)
Weight
8.09 lbs (3.67 kg)6.1 lbs (2.77 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
16.3 x 11 x 0.9 inches14 x 10.5 x 1.25 inches
(41.4 x 27.94 x 2.29 cm)(35.56 x 26.67 x 3.17 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
4000gb SSD4000gb SSD
Release date
May 31, 2025January 6, 2026
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Laptop Dimensions

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

16.3 in
41.4 cm
11 in
27.94 cm
Thickness: 0.9 in (2.29 cm)

ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″

14 in
35.56 cm
10.5 in
26.67 cm
Thickness: 1.25 in (3.17 cm)

Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 / ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ vs other business laptops:

16″
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2026 modelTrusted brand128 GB RAMThin
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16″
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Pro16-M5Max-128GB-2TB
2026 modelTrusted brand128 GB RAMThin
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14″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″ (V540TU1)
HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″
V540TU1
2026 model96 GB RAMThin
$7,099.00
14″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″ (V540TU1)
HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″
V540TU1
2026 model64 GB RAMThin
$6,149.00
14″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″ (V540TU1)
HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″
V540TU1
2026 model128 GB RAMThin
$7,449.00
14″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 vs HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″ (V540TU1)
HIDevolution 2025 EVOC 14″
V540TU1
2026 model128 GB RAMThin
$7,549.00
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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 summary

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 is a business laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 8.09 lbs (3.67 kg). Merely Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ IPS screen. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable.

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 Workstation, 17.3" FHD Display, NVIDIA Quadro T1200, Intel Core i7-11850H Processor, 128GB RAM, 4TB PCIe SSD, Webcam, HDMI, RJ-45, Backlit KB, FP Reader, Windows 11 Pro

【Memory & Storage】The PC memory has been upgraded to 128GB DDR4 SDRAM for enhanced high bandwidth to easily switch back and forth between open applications; the Hard drive has been upgraded to 4TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD for fast boot-up and speedy data transfer

【Processor】Intel Core i7-11850H Processor (8 Cores, 16 Threads, 24MB Intel Smart Cache, base at 2.50GHz, up to 4.80GHz) with NVIDIA Quadro T1200 Graphics (4GB GDDR6)

【Display】17.3" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, 300 nits

【Tech Specs】2 x Thunderbolt 4, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (always on), 1 x USB-C, 1 x HDMI 2.1/2.0, 1 x Headphone/microphone combo, 1 x RJ-45; Fingerprint Reader; Backlit Keyboard; Wi-Fi 6

【Operating System】Windows 11 Pro-Get all the features of Windows 11 Home operating system plus Mobile device management, Group Policy, Enterprise State Roaming, Assigned Access, Dynamic Provisioningm, Windows Update for Business, Kiosk mode, and Active Directory/Azure AD

ASIN: B0CGJJ11X8

ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″ summary

ASUS ROG Strix AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card that is ok great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an adequate Intel processorand not that much memory for its price. Just WQXGA resolution is underwhelming for the 16″ 240 Hz display. Your 4000gb SSD storage is reasonable but could be higher. It is quite bulky 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, 32GB 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

32GB 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: B0FP5QD16D

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
ASUS ROG Strix AI 16″