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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a high refresh rate display and it tends to be slightly lighter and more portable than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, which may be appealing if you move around a lot. However, the ThinkPad P16 has a longer battery life and a higher-resolution screen, making it a better choice if you prioritize those features and do work that involves detailed graphics or longer usage times away from a power source. Both are equipped with capable processors and graphics cards, so for general use, 3D/machine learning tasks, and engineering software, either laptop can handle these demands. If you lean towards gaming or need a touch screen, the ASUS would be a better fit, while the Lenovo is marketed more towards professionals in fields like engineering or design due to its emphasis on high-resolution and color-accurate displays. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good for software development
- Very good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.9
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16, with its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, is designed to offer smoother visuals for gaming and render 3D content more fluidly. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, equipped with the Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, may provide more precise graphics with its higher resolution display but at a lower refresh rate, which could be less optimal for fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Software Development
7.7
8.4
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
8.5
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen for engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering laptops for general use, both the ASUS and Lenovo displays deliver sharp visuals and bright images due to their high resolution and quality panels. For engineering and design, their screens also excel by offering a broad range of colors, enabling precise and accurate work with design applications that rely on true color representations. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may not provide as smooth an experience as models designed specifically for those uses, where faster screen refreshes are crucial for optimal performance.
Battery
5.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,449
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in general use with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, quality IPS screen, and versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible, although its portability and battery life are modest. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a superior screen, longer battery life, and exceptional keyboard quality, which makes it well-suited for general use, especially for those prioritizing display quality and typing experience over portability.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.3
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 boasts a high-end AMD CPU and RTX GPU, complemented by a 16-inch touchscreen with high refresh rate and color accuracy, making it well-suited for engineering tasks that may also benefit from its 2-in-1 form factor. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a powerful Intel CPU and professional RTX GPU, superior screen resolution and brightness, and renowned keyboard quality, opting for a more traditional laptop build that prioritizes screen real estate and professional-grade components over portability.
Content Creation
8.0
8.2
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow X16 | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,449 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.76'' | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 6.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 10.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 569 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Christian Hintze | June 2023
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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