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Updated January 12, 2024·
Considering the higher cost of the ASUS ROG Strix G16, it offers a more robust build and a higher refresh rate display, which is ideal for intensive gaming and tasks with a lot of graphical movement. However, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" provides a higher resolution screen, which gives better image clarity, making it suitable for creative work like video editing that benefits from higher pixel density. If budget is a concern and you need a device for everyday tasks and moderate gaming, the Lenovo might be the right fit. However, if you're looking for top-tier gaming performance and can afford a heftier price tag, the ASUS could be a better investment. Both laptops have similar storage and memory, but the ASUS might provide a slight edge in processing due to its Intel CPU, which is something to consider if you run demanding, CPU-intensive applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 15"
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 15" for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, designed primarily for gaming, may not meet expectations in its category because it likely has a lower refresh rate than ideal for fast-paced gaming experiences, despite having good resolution and panel quality which benefit general use and engineering. The Lenovo Legion 5 15" probably excels in screen quality for general tasks due to its high resolution and brightness, and is also suitable for engineering and design work because of its color accuracy. However, similar to the ASUS, its lower refresh rate may not satisfy gamers or professionals working with 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has 4 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$1,374
$999
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Lenovo Legion 5 15" costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are equipped with robust CPUs and ample RAM, making them versatile for general use; the ASUS offers longer battery life and adequate portability, while the Lenovo boasts a higher resolution screen and better speaker quality, with somewhat less portability and shorter battery life. Both have quality keyboards and manage operating noise and heat effectively, while the ASUS slightly edges out with a quieter operation, ensuring a comfortable user experience for a variety of tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are good for gaming and 3D applications because they both feature powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPUs and high screen refresh rates of 165 Hz, which are very important for these tasks. While the ASUS has an Intel i7 CPU and a display with a slightly lower resolution, the Lenovo comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and higher display resolution, thus, the screen quality is somewhat better on the Lenovo, influencing the overall visual experience during use.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are favored for engineering and design owing to their high-quality CPUs, ample RAM, and powerful GPUs, critical for demanding software used in these fields. While both feature quality IPS display panels, the Legion has higher screen resolution and contrast, providing sharper and more vivid visuals for detailed work, but the Strix has a larger screen and better color accuracy, plus a significantly bigger battery, enhancing long work sessions away from power sources.
Content Creation
7.9
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7
7.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" and ASUS ROG Strix G16 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.6
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo Legion 5 15" both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo Legion 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | Lenovo Legion 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,374 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.1'' x 10.3'' x 0.95'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10.33" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
Lenovo Legion 5 15"
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2021
"The Lenovo Legion 5 15 is an affordable gaming laptop with a lot of power. The new AMD processor Ryzen 7 5800H offers plenty of performance and it is also very efficient. The combination with the fast 130W version of the GeForce RTX 3060 ensures high gaming performance. We also like the fast 165 Hz display with the 1080p resolution. The automatic graphics switching causes some problems with stutters, which are very annoying. If you do not need long battery runtimes, you should definitely deactivate the hybrid graphics mode in Lenovo's Vantage app. The Legion 5 15 is never silent."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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