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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, consider that the ASUS offers a higher storage capacity, more powerful graphics card, and OLED screen with better color range, which is excellent for creative professionals. However, it is considerably more expensive and heavier, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo has a high refresh rate IPS display and is lighter and significantly less expensive, but offers less storage and a less powerful graphics card, which could be a constraint for demanding applications like gaming or intensive graphics work. It also does not have an OLED screen, meaning color quality and contrast might not be as good as ASUS's. Battery life also tends to be better on the Lenovo, which may be important if you're frequently mobile. Consider what is most important to you, be it performance for creative tasks, gaming, affordability, or portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.5
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X boasts higher screen resolution and color accuracy, making it very good for general use, especially for those prioritizing visual quality, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a lower weight and longer battery life, which is good for users looking for more portability and longer use time away from a power source.
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.5
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro in gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card compared to the IdeaPad's RTX 3050, and despite both having similar screen refresh rates, the Zenbook's OLED screen offers better quality with higher resolution. The Zenbook also comes with enhanced screen features like a higher pixel density and full DCI-P3 color space coverage, which contribute to more vibrant and detailed visuals, making it better for demanding graphic tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
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.
Content Creation
8.5
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
Software Development
8.2
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
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
8.3
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X boasts superior screen resolution and brightness, making it optimal for tasks like document editing, photo viewing, and web browsing that are typical in general use. For engineering and design, its wider color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color representation, essential for detailed graphic work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate may result in less smooth visuals, hindering fast-paced, immersive experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
Cost
$1,300
$860
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $860.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $860 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"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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