MSI WS76 17″ (11468) vs Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Comparison summary
- Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ is clearly winner while also being better priced.
- For performance ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a lot better processor.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has Windows 11, which is superior to Windows 10 that is in MSI WS76 17″.
- When it comes to graphics ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 has a better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 features a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- WS76 offers a larger screen. For portability ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 offers more SSD storage.
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare specifications
| MSI WS76 17″ (11468) | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-11900H | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| - | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX A5000 | RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell |
| Screen size | |
| 17.3″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg) | 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.59 x 10.21 x 0.8 inches | 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches |
| (39.6 x 25.93 x 2.03 cm) | (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.7 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 30, 2021 | August 18, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,599.00 | $5,019.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,599.00 | $5,019.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 6 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8)
Compare MSI WS76 17″ / Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
MSI WS76 17″ (11468) summary
MSI WS76 is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best Intel processor for its price. The laptop has the RTX A5000 GPU that is unremarkable for gaming. Merely Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ 144 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable could be better. It is very light at only 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg).
MSI WS76 Workstation Laptop: 17.3" 144Hz FHD 1080p, Intel Core i9-11900H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E, TPM2.0 Fingerprint, Win10 PRO, Black (11UM-468)
Visual Performance: The 17.3" 144Hz FHD has you covered for any situation whether it be structural simlations, machine engine-design or 3D modeling.
Redefined Power: The 11th Gen. Intel Core i9 processor, delivers high performance with 8 cores boosting up to 5.0 GHz. Take on any rendering and applications with ease.
Quadro Performance: NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000 brings real-time ray tracing, AI, and advanced graphics for architects, designers, artists, scientists, and researchers.
Strong Security: TPM 2.0 and fingerprint reader to bring the highest security through hardware and software integration.
Versatile Connections: Wide rage of I/O ports including Thunderbolt 4 supporting power delivery and up to 40Gbps of data transfer and USB 4.0.
ISV Certified: MSI workstations are ISV certified systems, officially recognized and certified by major ISVs in engineering, 3D modeling, designing and more.
ASIN: B098WRWFKB
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 16″ (21Q8) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is very portable at only 4.01 lbs (1.82 kg). 3.2K resolution is decent for the 16″ 120 Hz screen. The 4000gb SSD storage is decent.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 Intel Ultra 9 285H vPro 16C -(64GB RAM CAMM2 || 4TB SSD), 16" 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED 600nits, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Win11 Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 9 285H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 4.50 GHz P-cores up to 5.40 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5X-7467MT/s (CAMM2) Storage : 4 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, 100%DCI-P3, 600 nits, VRR 40-120Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Generation 8GB GDDR7 with up to 572 TOPS AI performance
Dimensions: (WxDxH)354.4 x 241.2 x 17.05 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.67 inches) Weight: Starting at 1.82 kg (4.03 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 manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HFPFBW9F