ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL). 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 P16s Gen 1 (21CL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

advanced security features

heavy design

limited graphics power

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.09 cm 36.198 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, plastic Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
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 ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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 - Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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 P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 (W500G5T) Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim 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 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
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number HC015R -
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