If performance in engineering tasks and high-resolution visuals are a priority, and you can handle less portability, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 could be a great choice with its high-resolution display and professional-grade graphics card. On the other hand, if you are looking for a laptop with a focus on gaming or if you prefer something more portable, the Asus ROG Strix G15 offers a gaming-optimized GPU and higher refresh rate display, but with lower screen resolution and a design that is less suited for professional environments. Both are similarly priced, so consider whether your usage will skew more towards professional applications or gaming and entertainment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Excellent speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is optimized for gaming and 3D with its high GPU performance and a 300 Hz refresh rate display, which offers smoother visuals during fast-paced scenes. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while also suitable for gaming and 3D with a capable GPU, prioritizes screen quality with a higher resolution display, but has a lower refresh rate at 60 Hz, which may not be as fluid for rapid motion in games.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
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.
Software Development
7.3/10
8.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.9/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 outranks the ASUS ROG Strix G15 due to its superior panel type, higher resolution, and greater brightness, all of which contribute to crisper and more vibrant visual experiences. For engineering and design work, the ThinkPad P16 again takes the lead, with a wider color coverage that ensures more accurate color representation, a critical factor for professionals in these fields. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short because they don't offer high refresh rates, which is a key requirement for smooth motion and gameplay, despite their sufficient resolution and panel type.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers strong CPU and GPU performance suitable for gaming and heavy tasks, a decent RAM capacity, and a fair battery life, but its bulkier build and lower screen resolution limit its portability and general visual experience when compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, which boasts a higher screen resolution, excellent keyboard and build quality, and longer battery life, making it ideal for professionals seeking a premium, high-performance machine that is easier to carry around despite being a bit heavier.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition boasts an AMD Ryzen CPU and AMD GPU, suitable for resource-intensive engineering tasks, but it falls short in screen resolution compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, which offers a higher-resolution display along with an Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU that may provide a slight edge in specific engineering applications and better color accuracy for design work. While both have decent portability, the ThinkPad P16's superior keyboard and build quality might also be more appealing to professionals who prioritize these aspects alongside performance.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 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.
Cost
$1,500
$1,449
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"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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