ASUS ProArt 16" P16 Nano Black Review

The ASUS ProArt P16 has the best laptop screen we've tested, full stop. Paired with a top-tier RTX 5090 GPU and 64GB of RAM, it's a rendering monster. Just know you're paying a premium for it, and it's not a lightweight.

The ASUS ProArt P16 is a statement piece for creators who need everything, all at once. It's packing a 16-inch 4K OLED touchscreen that's the absolute best we've ever tested, 64GB of RAM, and a brand-new RTX 5090 GPU. This isn't just a laptop, it's a portable workstation that wants to be the center of your creative universe. And with its AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor and 4TB of storage, it's got the muscle and the space to back up that ambition.

Let's talk about where this thing shines. That 4K OLED Lumina Pro screen is a showstopper, landing in the 100th percentile. With 1600 nits of peak brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate, it's the best display we've seen on any laptop, period. The RTX 5090 GPU is also a standout, ranking in the 93rd percentile for graphics power. That means silky smooth rendering and real-time editing in 4K. The CPU performance is strong and well above average, but the real story is the combo of that top-tier GPU, massive 64GB of RAM, and a screen that makes everything look incredible.

This is a premium machine with a premium price tag, ranging from about $3,735 to a steep $4,500. You're paying for that best-in-class screen, the latest RTX 5090 GPU, and a huge amount of RAM and storage. If those are your non-negotiable needs, the value is there. Just be sure to shop around, as that $765 price difference is significant. The lower end of that range is the much better deal for the same insane specs.

Compared to a 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 chip, the ProArt P16 demolishes it in raw GPU power and screen size, but the MacBook will be far more portable and likely have better battery life. Against something like the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, you're trading gaming-focused design and better portability for the ProArt's superior screen, more RAM, and creator-centric features like the DialPad. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i might offer similar GPU performance for less money, but it won't touch this OLED display. It really comes down to whether that phenomenal screen is worth the premium and the heft.

Skip this if you need a truly portable machine. Its 'compact' score is in the disappointing 24th percentile, meaning it's heavier and bulkier than most competitors. Students, frequent travelers, or anyone who values lightweight design over absolute peak performance should look at the more portable (and cheaper) alternatives like the Zephyrus G14 or a MacBook Pro.

If you're a video editor, 3D artist, or any creator who needs a desktop-replacement workstation that also happens to have the best laptop screen ever made, the ProArt P16 is an easy recommendation. The combination of the RTX 5090, 64GB RAM, and that 4K OLED is unmatched. But if you travel constantly or are on a tighter budget, its size, weight, and price make it a harder sell. This is a specialist's tool, not an everyday carry.