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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is designed for professionals and creators, offering higher performance and a premium build quality, which is reflected in its price. It's ideal for intensive tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and design work. Its superior screen and build could justify the expense if those are priorities for your work. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is targeted towards gamers and provides good performance at a more affordable price, but with typically shorter battery life and a bulkier design. For demanding games or tasks that require a powerful GPU, it's a solid option. Consider the ASUS if your work demands a top-of-the-line screen and build, and you're willing to invest more. Opt for the Lenovo if you prioritize gaming and value for money over ultimate performance and sleek design. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 15"
- The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.5
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is rated very good for general use due to its high-quality OLED screen, a powerful Intel CPU, ample RAM, and a substantial battery capacity, making it suitable for a range of tasks with a portable design despite its larger screen. In comparison, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" also offers a decent AMD CPU and enough RAM for general use, but it has a lower resolution IPS screen and shorter battery life, positioning it more as a gaming laptop that still manages everyday tasks well but sacrifices some portability and screen finesse.
Content Creation
8.5
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
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 Legion 5 15" 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
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" 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
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 15" for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a high-resolution display with impressive brightness and vibrant colors making it ideal for general use and engineering design tasks that require accurate color representation. However, it has a lower refresh rate which is less optimal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother visuals. The Lenovo Legion 5 15" also offers a bright, high-resolution panel suitable for general tasks and has decent color coverage for design work, but like the ASUS it falls short for gaming due to its less-than-ideal refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has 4 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$999
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo Legion 5 15" costs $999.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.9
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is equipped with a high-quality OLED screen and an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, making it good for gaming and 3D applications, although the screen's refresh rate is limited to 60Hz which may not be as smooth for fast-paced gaming. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" boasts a higher refresh rate of 165Hz with an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, providing a more fluid visual experience during gaming and fast-moving 3D scenes, despite having a standard IPS panel rather than OLED.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo Legion 5 15" are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in engineering and design use thanks to its powerful Intel CPU and NVIDIA RTX 3060 GPU, paired with ample RAM and an OLED screen that is top-notch in color accuracy and resolution. The Lenovo Legion 5, while still very capable with its latest-generation AMD CPU, NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU and high RAM, offers a high refresh-rate IPS screen that's excellent for engineering tasks but trades off some portability due to its gamer-centric design and slightly higher weight.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo Legion 5 15" 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 Legion 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Lenovo Legion 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10.3'' x 0.95'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.33" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
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 Legion 5 15"
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2021
"The Lenovo Legion 5 15 is an affordable gaming laptop with a lot of power. The new AMD processor Ryzen 7 5800H offers plenty of performance and it is also very efficient. The combination with the fast 130W version of the GeForce RTX 3060 ensures high gaming performance. We also like the fast 165 Hz display with the 1080p resolution. The automatic graphics switching causes some problems with stutters, which are very annoying. If you do not need long battery runtimes, you should definitely deactivate the hybrid graphics mode in Lenovo's Vantage app. The Legion 5 15 is never silent."
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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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