Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) vs. ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC)
Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) and ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

ISV certifications

heavy and bulky

expensive

moderate battery life

noisy under load

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) and ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) vs. ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.1 cm x 2.94 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 3.4 kg 1.98 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum, magnesium alloy, plastic
Colour Black Star grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 128 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P600 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 99 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P72 (20MC) ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - HC015R
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