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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, with its OLED display and RTX 3050 Ti graphics, excels in visual tasks and could offer vibrant colors and deeper blacks for activities like photo editing, but its battery life is considerably longer, making it suitable for those on the go. However, its heavier weight and larger power brick make it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a higher resolution IPS display with a taller aspect ratio which could benefit productivity and document work, has a higher refresh rate beneficial for smoother motion in tasks or gaming, and is powered by a newer Intel CPU and RTX 4050 graphics, which might make it more future-proof for demanding applications. It's slightly lighter, but you'll trade off some battery life compared to the ASUS. If budget is a concern, the Lenovo also generally comes at a lower cost. Both laptops have the same amount of RAM and storage, are equipped with backlit keyboards, and can handle general, 3D/machine learning, and engineering tasks, but you'll need to consider which aspects—screen quality, performance, portability, or price—are most critical for your use case. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Excellent battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
7.4
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and a 60Hz OLED screen, making it suitable for fair gaming and 3D performance, yet the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i comes with a higher-end Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a 120Hz IPS screen, providing a smoother and more responsive gaming experience, which is why it's considered good for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
8.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i outperforms the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, which offer better performance for engineering and design tasks; additionally, the IdeaPad's higher screen resolution and refresh rate enhance visual clarity and fluidity for such detailed work. While both laptops have high-quality screens and sufficient RAM, the Zenbook's portability and lower operating noise are tradeoffs against its less capable processing hardware and lower screen refresh rates compared to the IdeaPad Pro 5i.
Screen Quality
7.6
7.8
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
346.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen for gaming and AI, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a display that excels in sharpness and clarity, making it ideal for detailed work in engineering and design due to its high resolution and color accuracy, but its lower refresh rate hampers the gaming experience. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while offering good resolution and adequate color range for professional design tasks, doesn't match the ASUS's color fidelity, but has a similar limitation for gaming because of its refresh rate. For general use, both laptops provide bright, high-resolution displays, ensuring crisp and enjoyable viewing for everyday tasks.
Battery
12.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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.
Cost
$1,109
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a price of $1,109 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
346.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
12.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a high-quality OLED screen and a substantial battery life, making it a reliable choice for tasks like video streaming and long hours of use without frequent charging. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, with a higher-resolution IPS display and powerful CPU, caters well to users who need sharp visuals and robust performance for productivity tasks but may require charging more often due to its shorter battery life. Both laptops come equipped with solid-state storage, ample RAM for multitasking, and quality keyboards, but the IdeaPad's lighter weight and quieter heat management may appeal to those who prioritize portability and use in quiet environments.
Content Creation
7.7
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.5
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 Zenbook Pro 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,109 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.37" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 346 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 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 Zenbook Pro 15
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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