ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 P15 Gen 1 (20SU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.09 cm 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 2.74 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, plastic Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel WM490
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 4
Empty Slots 0 3
STORAGE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - SK Hynix
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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 Quadro T2000 / 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 -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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, 20 V
INPUT ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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 P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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
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 System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested, 4x4 MiMo function
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number HC015R -
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