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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 usually costs a bit more but offers a more powerful processor and graphics card than the Lenovo Legion 5 17", which typically comes at a slightly lower price. The ASUS also has a larger storage capacity, which is suitable for gaming and other demanding tasks. When it comes to battery life, the ASUS provides longer usage per charge compared to the Lenovo. However, the Lenovo has a better portability score, making it easier to carry around, and also scores higher for keyboard quality. Both laptops have comparable screens but the Lenovo's screen excels in brightness and color coverage, which could be an advantage for creative work or entertainment. If your priority is top-notch performance and battery life for intense gaming or engineering tasks, consider the ASUS. However, if you prefer more portable and cost-effective options with a strong keyboard experience and vibrant screen, the Lenovo may be the right fit for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 17"
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
253.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 stands out with its high-end CPU and RAM, promising performance that can handle demanding tasks smoothly, and it includes ample storage; however, it is less portable due to its weight and larger size, and its battery life is only fair, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. The Lenovo Legion 5 17" offers a brighter and more vibrant screen with better color coverage, which could enhance visual experiences, and its very good keyboard quality may appeal to those who type frequently, but its smaller storage capacity and poorer portability due to lower battery life and heavier build could be drawbacks for some users.
Gaming and AI
8.1
7.4
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 with its Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU outshines in gaming and 3D tasks due to a more powerful graphics processor, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" also renders good performance in these areas with an Nvidia RTX 3060 but is slightly less advanced in graphics capability.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.6
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 leads for engineering and design due to its more advanced CPU and GPU, which are crucial for complex simulations and rendering tasks, whereas the Lenovo Legion 5 17" has slightly better screen quality but lags in GPU performance, affecting demanding visual tasks. Both laptops share similar RAM and screen size, but the ASUS has a significant edge in processing power, essential for engineering software, while the Lenovo offers a slightly sharper display, useful for detail-oriented design work.
Content Creation
8.1
7.2
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" is good.
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
7.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and Lenovo Legion 5 17" are both good for software development, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.3
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 17" for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a clear display for general activities and detailed engineering work, the Lenovo Legion 5 with its superior brightness and resolution will offer better visuals and a wider range of colors for precise design tasks. However, for fast-paced gaming or 3D applications, neither laptop hits the mark as their lower refresh rates could hinder smooth motion and responsiveness during intense gameplay or rapid 3D rendering. Thus, while the Lenovo offers a more vibrant and sharper experience for most tasks, those seeking the best gaming or 3D performance should look at other options with higher refresh rates.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 5 17" has 4.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,552
$1,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the Lenovo Legion 5 17" costs $1,200.
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Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Lenovo Legion 5 17" and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A17 | Lenovo Legion 5 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,552 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.4'' x 0.9'' | 15.7'' x 11.4'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 6.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 11.41" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 253 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 4 | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A17
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Alex Iliev | April 2022
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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Sebastian Bade | February 2022
"The Lenovo Legion 5 17 is a current-gen 17-inch gaming laptop and equipped with the latest AMD CPU and a powerful GPU, that manages to reach its full potential. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600H is a very good choice for this laptop and able to maintain its performance level for long periods of time. Our test model only falls behind consistently in a direct comparison with its competitors that are often equipped with eight cores and 16 threads. Despite this, the Legion 5 17 leaves an excellent impression and is almost able to keep up with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 mobile GPU in synthetic benchmarks."
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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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