The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is more affordable and offers good portability with a decent battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use and general tasks. Its dual-screen feature can be useful for multitasking but it falls short for intensive tasks due to its less powerful processor and integrated graphics. The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, on the other hand, is pricier and heavier, which affects its portability, but it excels in performance with a stronger processor and dedicated graphics, better suited for gaming, 3D work, and engineering applications. It also boasts a higher resolution and refresh rate for a superior display experience, alongside better performance scores for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and engineering. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is less suitable for general use due to its smaller screen size and lower resolution, leading to a less immersive experience compared to the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, which offers a larger and higher-resolution display. Furthermore, the Legion 5 Pro has superior RAM and a more powerful graphics card, thus providing smoother performance for various tasks, although it is heavier and has a bulkier build which affects its portability in comparison to the lightweight Zenbook Duo 14.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
8.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics card, which provides fair gaming and 3D graphics performance, and a modest refresh rate suitable for everyday and professional tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is equipped with the superior Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a higher refresh rate display, enabling very good gaming and 3D capabilities, aligning with the needs of more demanding gaming and multimedia applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro excels for engineering and design due to its superior CPU, double the RAM of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, a powerful dedicated GPU favoring complex tasks, and a higher resolution screen that enhances detailed work and visualization.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.8/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
7.0/10
7.6/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 both offer screens with sufficient resolution and brightness, ensuring clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions, but the ASUS offers a secondary screen that can be useful for multitasking. The superior color accuracy and wider color gamuts on the ASUS make it suitable for engineering and design tasks, catering to professionals needing precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on both laptops can lead to less fluid visuals, with neither being an ideal choice for those who prioritize smooth motion and fast-paced action in their screen performance.
Battery
8.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has 3.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$1,170
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 costs $1,170.
"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."
"It doesn't quite match its Legion Pro 7i sibling as an Editors' Choice winner, but Lenovo's AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is a stylish, well-built gaming laptop with solid performance at both 1080p and its sharper native resolution. It's cheaper than some comparably equipped machines and better than some similarly priced ones. That's a recipe for success, even without its frequent availability of discounts or sales. A brighter screen and longer battery life would be nice, but even as is the Legion Pro 5 earns a solid recommendation."
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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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