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Updated January 10, 2024·
For intensive tasks and larger high-resolution display, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is beneficial and comes with Intel graphics, while the Flex 5 14 offers more storage and has AMD graphics, which may slightly improve performance in graphics-related tasks. The Flex 5 14 is lighter and more portable, but both models have similar battery life. The Flex 5 14's smaller screen size makes it more compact, although with a lower resolution than the Flex 5 16. If portability and storage are top priorities, go for the Flex 5 14; for a larger screen and potentially better multitasking, the Flex 5 16 is the choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 14
- Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
6.4
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
277.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16's larger screen provides more workspace and its higher resolution ensures sharper images, making it suitable for engineering tasks that require attention to detail. It also offers better color accuracy for design work. However, its lower refresh rate compared to gaming-focused displays means it's less suited for 3D and gaming where fluid motion is key.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$896
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $896 and the Lenovo Flex 5 14 costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
277.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, a higher resolution screen, and solid build quality, making it well-suited for general use applications that benefit from a larger display and strong processing capabilities. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 14, while also strong in CPU and RAM, boasts better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller screen, alongside a longer battery life, making it ideal for users who prioritize mobility and extended use away from power sources. Both feature touchscreens and 2-in-1 convertibility, enhancing their versatility for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 14 are both fair for gaming and 3D tasks mainly because neither has a dedicated high-performance GPU, relying instead on integrated graphics (Intel i7-1255U Iris Xe for the Flex 5 16 and AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 for the Flex 5 14) and both have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate but not ideal for fast-paced gaming. While their CPUs and IPS screen quality are respectable, the lack of a more powerful GPU and a higher refresh rate limits their ability to handle more demanding gaming and 3D applications smoothly.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16, with an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, offers powerful performance suitable for demanding engineering applications and high-quality visual design work, complemented by a larger, higher-resolution screen which is beneficial for detailed design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 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.
Battery
11.5 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Flex 5 14 has 11.5 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 14 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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the Lenovo Flex 5 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Flex 5 16 | Lenovo Flex 5 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$896 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | December 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | 12.3'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 3.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.85" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.5 Wh | 52.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 277 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo Flex 5 16
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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
Lenovo Flex 5 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2021
"The highlight of the latest IdeaPad Flex 5 14 is clearly its AMD CPU. The octa-core Ryzen 7 5700U is insanely fast even when compared to the best Tiger Lake Ultrabooks in the market or even Core H CPUs in many gaming laptops. It's a lot of raw processing power for what is supposed to be a budget 14-inch convertible. If your daily workloads can benefit from extra multi-thread CPU performance, then look no further than the inexpensive AMD-powered Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14. For regular on-the-road browsing or video streaming, however, a slimmer and lighter 10th gen Core Yoga, Spectre, or XPS would be a more balanced option."
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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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