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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" comes down to your preferences and needs. If you prefer a laptop with a higher resolution OLED display and a slightly more compact and lightweight form factor for easier portability, the ASUS might be your choice. However, keep in mind that OLED screens are more vibrant but also might come with a higher power consumption. On the other hand, if you prioritize having more storage space out of the box, and a larger screen size might make the Lenovo appealing. The Lenovo also features an AMD Ryzen processor, which offers solid performance and might be better suited for multitasking and heavier workloads. However, this decision also depends on the specific software you plan to use and whether it is optimized for AMD or Intel processors. When it comes to battery life, both offer a reasonable duration but conditions such as screen brightness and the type of tasks being performed will greatly affect it. Both laptops are similarly priced, so it ultimately comes down to whether you prefer ASUS’s better screen and portability or Lenovo’s larger display and extra storage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
6.5
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14's display likely offers higher resolution and brightness, making text sharper and content more visible even in well-lit environments, compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 which has a fair display that may not be as vivid or bright. The ASUS's superior quality for engineering and design is due to a wider color gamut which covers a broader spectrum necessary for precise color work, whereas the Lenovo's fair rating suggests less accurate color representation. For gaming and 3D tasks, the ASUS falls short because it probably has a lower refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion, whereas both the ASUS and Lenovo have limited capabilities in this aspect.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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.
Cost
$548
$690
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.4
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
385.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers a higher resolution screen, which enhances your viewing experience and is equipped with a powerful CPU for smooth performance, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", which is lighter, boasts longer battery life for all-day use, though with a slightly less vivid screen and modest performance that still handles everyday tasks well. Both laptops come with ample RAM and various storage options, while their keyboards, speakers, heat management, and operating noise are adequate but not exceptional, tipping the scale based on your priority between screen quality and portability.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are fair for gaming and 3D largely due to their mid-range integrated GPUs (Intel Iris Xe and AMD Ryzen Vega 8 respectively) that provide moderate gaming performance. While the ASUS has a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals, which can enhance gaming experience, the Lenovo offers a standard screen refresh rate and both have decent CPUs and screen quality, balancing performance with cost.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.7
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to be good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 excels in engineering and design work due to its superior CPU and GPU performance, higher quality OLED screen with better color accuracy and contrast, which are crucial for detailed work. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers a comparatively less powerful GPU and an IPS screen with lower color accuracy and contrast, making it less suitable for intensive tasks despite its larger screen and competitive CPU.
Content Creation
7.3
7.3
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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
7.2
7.3
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to have very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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 Vivobook Pro 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$548 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 9'' x 0.76'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.5" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11300H | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 63 Wh | 57 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 385 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
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Marc Herter | July 2022
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
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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