ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

durable build quality

excellent color accuracy

fast storage solutions

heavy form factor

expensive price point

limited port selection

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

limited color accuracy

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.09 cm 36.4 cm x 26.6 cm x 3.023 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 2.95 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, plastic Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Star grey Storm grey (top), thunder black (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming
PROCESSOR ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12600HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM690
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Enterprise
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 170 Watt
INPUT ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D6)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Model Number HC015R -
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