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Updated January 12, 2024·
To help you make a decision between the ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", consider how you'll use the laptop. If you need high performance for tasks like video editing or gaming, the ASUS might be better, even if it costs a bit more, but if long battery life and portability are top priorities, and you're focused on general use like web browsing and office work, the Lenovo IdeaPad could be more suitable. The ASUS may also have a larger screen, which is great for multitasking and media consumption, but it could make the laptop heavier and less convenient to carry around. Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad for a balance of performance and portability, especially if you're budget-conscious, or the ASUS Vivobook if you're willing to invest in stronger performance and a larger display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
6.5
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offer screens with adequate resolution and brightness that ensure a comfortable viewing experience for everyday tasks like browsing and streaming. However, for engineering and design professionals who require precise color representation, the lack of wide color gamut coverage on these laptops means colors may not be as accurate as needed for high-level design work. While gaming and 3D applications benefit from high refresh rates for smoother visuals, both laptops have lower refresh rates which can lead to less fluid motion during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$629
$690
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $629 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 offers a larger screen and more RAM for multitasking, suitable for users prioritizing these aspects, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" delivers longer battery life and a higher quality keyboard, which are ideal for those who value longevity and typing experience on the go. Both have similar CPU and GPU performance for day-to-day tasks, making them versatile options for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" both have integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics which offer moderate gaming and 3D capabilities but aren't as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs, and both have a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate that is fair for casual gaming but not ideal for high-level competitive gaming which benefits from higher refresh rates. While both laptops have IPS screens for good color and viewing angles, the ASUS has a larger and higher resolution screen which might be preferable for better gaming visuals, but the Lenovo has a slightly better color range and a touchscreen feature, although the latter is not a significant factor for gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 16 to be good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful CPU, double the RAM for handling complex tasks, and a larger, higher-resolution screen which aids in detail-oriented work. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5, although offering a good battery life and a touch screen, has less RAM and a less powerful CPU, which can limit performance in demanding applications; it's also equipped with a smaller screen with a standard resolution.
Content Creation
7.5
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 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
7.3
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16 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
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 16 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$629 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.14 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.82" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 57 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 295 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Vivobook 16
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, Yannick Khong | May 2023
"The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1605 (2023) is a budget Windows laptop. It's available with various AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 U-series CPUs and integrated graphics. You can only get 8GB of RAM; however, there's an empty SO-DIMM slot if you want to upgrade it. It has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 16:10 IPS display, a full-size keyboard with a Numpad, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. Ports include three USB-As, one USB-C, an HDMI, and a headphone jack. The USB-C supports charging but no video output."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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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