The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a lower price with slightly higher portability, a touch screen, and good color accuracy but with less powerful graphics capabilities. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a more powerful graphics card suitable for 3D tasks and gaming, a larger and higher-resolution screen without touch capabilities, and generally better performance for engineering uses. Consider the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro if performance in 3D rendering and gaming is a priority and you don't need a touchscreen. Choose the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for a touch-enabled, portable option with enough performance for general use but not as optimal for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
7.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro both offer high-resolution displays with strong brightness and clarity, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. However, for engineering and design, the laptops' color accuracy and range are crucial, and although these models have good screen quality, their color gamuts may not match professional monitors used for high-end design work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rate becomes key for smooth motion; these laptops may fall short compared to specialized gaming machines, affecting fast-paced gameplay and detailed 3D rendering.
Battery
8.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers better performance for general use due to its higher RAM, which allows smoother multitasking, and its screen has higher resolution for sharper images, in addition to a superior battery life that extends its unplugged usage time. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, despite its unique dual-screen feature, falls short with less RAM affecting its ability to handle multiple applications at once, and its lower resolution screen may not be as clear as the Lenovo's while also having a shorter battery life, compromising its overall usefulness in a general use scenario.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has an integrated GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, which are less favorable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro comes with a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it better suited for such activities. However, both have respectable CPUs and screen quality; the Zenbook's lower weight enhances portability, while the IdeaPad's slightly larger screen and better GPU provide a more immersive experience for intensive visual tasks.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Zenbook Duo 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
7.0/10
7.4/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Zenbook Duo 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$1,025
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $1,025.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
"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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