Let's consider your needs. If portability is essential, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 with its smaller size is easier to carry around than the larger ASUS Vivobook 17. For intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, you might prefer the performance of the ASUS, provided it has superior specs. However, this could come at the cost of battery life and a higher price. The Lenovo may offer a better balance between performance and battery life for general use at a more affordable price. Ultimately, your decision should be guided by what you value more: portability and price, or performance for specialized tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.5/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" have displays that provide sufficient clarity and brightness for daily tasks and productivity, fulfilling the needs of general users who prioritize visibility and comfort in diverse lighting conditions. However, professionals in engineering and design may find both models lacking in color accuracy and range, which are crucial for precision work that demands a true representation of colors. Gamers and those using 3D applications will notice the absence of high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and an immersive visual experience, making both laptops less ideal for these activities.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$771
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $771.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers a stronger CPU and better screen quality, making it more suitable for intensive tasks and comfortable viewing; furthermore, its greater battery life and lighter weight enhance its portability over the ASUS Vivobook 17, which has lower performance and a shorter battery life but a larger screen.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are rated fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated graphics, the ASUS with Intel UHD Graphics and the Lenovo with AMD Vega 8, which are adequate but not as powerful as dedicated GPUs, and both have standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz which won’t provide the smoother visuals that higher refresh rates offer for fast-paced gaming. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15” might perform slightly better due to a more robust CPU and better screen quality, but neither are top-tier gaming machines due to their moderate GPUs and refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.3/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 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
6.9/10
7.3/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 17 or the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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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