ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 2 (21FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

advanced security features

high-resolution display

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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), villi black (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming, 83.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache 12 MB 30 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM790
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 192 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 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 2 (21FA)
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
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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 - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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 2 (21FA)
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 2 (21FA)
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 2 (21FA)
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 2 (21FA)
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 (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TCO Certified 9.0
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 - response time: next business day
Model Number HC015R -
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