The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is often less expensive and has better battery life, making it a good choice if budget and long usage unplugged are priorities. It features an Intel processor with integrated graphics suitable for general use, light gaming, and less demanding creative tasks. The Flex 5 also comes with a touchscreen and a higher resolution screen which is great for productivity and multimedia. Conversely, the Lenovo LOQ 15 is more expensive but provides considerably stronger performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, ideal for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software. However, it is heavier and does not last as long on battery, which reduces its portability. The LOQ 15 lacks a touchscreen but has a high refresh rate display beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Choose the Flex 5 for portability and cost savings or the LOQ 15 for high-performance tasks and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good for gaming and AI
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is only fair.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is rated better for gaming and 3D applications largely because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 144, which translates to smoother visuals and enhanced graphics performance compared to the Lenovo Flex 5 16's integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a lower refresh rate of 60. Even though both laptops have similar CPU capabilities and screen quality, the superior GPU and refresh rate in the Lenovo LOQ 15 make it more suitable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo LOQ 15 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is very good for engineering and design use because it pairs a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor with a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, which is better suited for graphically intensive tasks and software used in engineering and design compared to the Lenovo Flex 5 16's Intel i7 CPU with integrated graphics. However, the Flex 5 16 has better battery life and is more portable, making it a good option for users who need to work on the go and can manage with less demanding software that doesn't require the advanced performance provided by a dedicated GPU.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 offer displays with sufficient resolution, panel quality, and brightness, ensuring a clear and comfortable viewing experience for tasks like web browsing and document editing. However, for engineering and design where color accuracy is crucial, while both may cover a decent range of colors, they may not have the broad color gamuts necessary for the most precise work. In contrast, their suitability for 3D and gaming is limited due to lower refresh rates, which could lead to less fluid motion and slower response times in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
11.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$1,179
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers a versatile 2-in-1 design suitable for general use with a good battery life, while its screen delivers sharp images and supports touch, enhancing user interaction. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15, although slightly heavier and with shorter battery life, provides a robust keyboard, high-quality speakers, and superior heat management, making it a strong contender for users who prioritize comfortable typing and long sessions without overheating, despite its lower screen resolution.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.5/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Lenovo LOQ 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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 LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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