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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is a budget-friendly option with a large 17-inch screen, suitable for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption. It has a relatively lower performance processor and graphics, making it less ideal for intensive tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software, but it offers good value for general use. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, on the other hand, is priced higher but comes with a more powerful processor and graphics card, better suited for demanding applications like gaming, 3D modeling, and machine learning. Its screen is slightly smaller but has higher resolution and refresh rate, plus it has additional features like a backlit keyboard and a higher-quality build. It is more portable despite its enhanced capabilities. If your priority is performance for demanding applications and a better display with a slight compromise on size, the Lenovo might be the better choice, while the ASUS caters well to those seeking a budget-friendly laptop for everyday 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 Pro 5i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is somewhat better.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 17 in general use due to its significantly more powerful CPU and double the RAM, which translates to smoother multitasking and faster overall performance. Additionally, the IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a higher resolution display with better color accuracy and a more compact form factor, enhancing visual experience and portability despite both having similar battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.0
7.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17's integrated Intel graphics are less powerful than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, leading to a lower gaming and 3D performance for the ASUS. Additionally, the IdeaPad Pro 5i has a higher screen refresh rate, contributing to smoother visuals in games and 3D applications compared to the Vivobook 17's standard refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
6.3
8.1
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is highly suited for engineering and design because it has a robust CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, and a quality screen, ensuring smooth handling of demanding applications. Meanwhile, the ASUS Vivobook 17, with a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, less RAM, and a lower-tier screen, can manage basic tasks but may struggle with more intensive engineering software and multitasking.
Content Creation
7.0
7.7
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is somewhat better.
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
7.7
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is 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.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.8
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's higher resolution and brightness make it superior to the ASUS Vivobook 17, offering clearer and more vivid visuals for browsing and media consumption. In engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial, the IdeaPad Pro 5i’s better coverage of professional color gamuts gives it an edge for tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D as they lack high refresh rates, which are necessary for smooth motion and a more immersive experience in fast-paced games and interactive 3D applications.
Build Quality
6.5
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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
$950
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $950.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$429 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.72" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.89" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1220P | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 263 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | 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 | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS Vivobook 17
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"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."
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
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Brandon Hill | January 2024
"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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