The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is typically favored for gaming due to its higher-end graphics card, offering superior performance for intensive gaming and engineering tasks. However, due to its gaming-focused build, it might lack the portability and lower weight of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i. The Lenovo is usually less expensive and has a higher resolution display, which might be more suitable for general use and professional applications that benefit from better screen sharpness and color accuracy. If battery life is a concern, the ASUS model generally provides longer usage time. Choose the ASUS for high-performance gaming and demanding tasks, or the Lenovo for general use, portability, and professional work that benefits from a better display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Good overall display quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
7.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is known for solid gaming and 3D capabilities largely because it houses a potent Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a screen capable of 144Hz refresh rates, ensuring smooth visuals during fast action. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i also serves well in gaming and 3D scenes with an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a 120Hz screen refresh rate, but with a higher resolution display, potentially offering sharper images yet slightly less fluid motion than the ASUS.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a vibrant display with sharp resolution and ample brightness, making it very enjoyable for general use. For tasks such as CAD and graphic design, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15's screen has decent color range but falls behind the Lenovo's ability to display a wide spectrum of colors accurately. However, both laptops aren't ideal for high-end gaming or 3D rendering since they lack high refresh rates, which is crucial for smooth motion and a competitive edge in fast-paced games.
Cost
$1,399
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $1,500.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen size supports general use with good battery life, but it's less portable and has a heavier build compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i. The IdeaPad Pro 5i, while also boasting a strong CPU and sufficient RAM, offers better portability with a lighter frame and higher screen quality, making it a strong choice for general use, however with slightly less battery capacity than the ASUS model.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a high-performance GPU, excels in engineering and design work, though its portability is hindered by its size and weight. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while similar in CPU and RAM, offers a higher resolution and color-accurate screen, making it attractive for detailed design work, yet also compromises with a slight dip in GPU power and battery life.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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 TUF Gaming F15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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