If you need a laptop for general use with excellent visual display quality, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED with its OLED screen might be the better pick, offering vibrant colors and higher brightness. However, if you're looking for a laptop that is better for tasks like 3D rendering or engineering applications, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro could serve you better due to its dedicated Nvidia graphics card. The Lenovo also has a slight edge in battery life, which could be crucial if you plan to use your laptop on-the-go frequently. Considering weight, the Lenovo is a bit heavier, which could make the ASUS more comfortable for travel. Both laptops offer good quality keyboards and a range of ports, but only the Lenovo has hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS, which could be beneficial for gaming or graphic-intensive tasks. Furthermore, the ASUS tends to be a bit pricier, so if budget is a concern, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro may offer a more cost-effective balance between performance and price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its high-contrast OLED screen, comprehensive color coverage, and a powerful Intel i9 processor integrated with Iris Xe graphics, excels in screen quality and CPU performance, suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro features an AMD Ryzen 5 processor coupled with an Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, offering robust performance for engineering applications, and with its IPS panel providing good color accuracy and screen quality, it's also fit for design work, albeit slightly heavier and less vibrant than the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.5/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.9/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED's screen stands out for general use and engineering/design due to its high resolution and color range, offering vivid and precise imagery; however, its typical refresh rate makes it less ideal for 3D applications where smoother motion is key. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro provides a well-rounded screen experience for general tasks and professional design work with its good resolution and accurate colors, but it also falls short for 3D due to a standard refresh rate which doesn't cater to the high-speed visuals needed in gaming. Buyers seeking to prioritize work in engineering and design might lean towards the ASUS for its superior color fidelity, while those focused on day-to-day tasks could find the Lenovo's balance between quality and cost more appealing, but gamers should consider other options with faster refresh rates for the best 3D experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 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.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers superb screen quality with its OLED panel, essential for outstanding color reproduction and contrast, and it has a high-performance CPU that excels in general use tasks. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro combines the considerably capable AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics for a smooth experience, alongside a commendable battery life that ensures longer unplugged usage, which, coupled with its quality IPS display, positions it well for both work and leisure use.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Software Development
7.9/10
7.4/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$1,025
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $1,025.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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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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