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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for tasks like intensive engineering software or demanding multitasking and can handle a slightly heavier and thicker device, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and richer display quality would serve you well. However, if budget is a primary concern and you are looking for a device with more storage, additional memory, and a lighter build for easier portability, the Lenovo V15, despite its less powerful AMD Ryzen 5 processor and lower-end display, might be the more practical choice, especially if your tasks are generally less demanding. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15".
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.5
5.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
341.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but its color range and refresh rate might not meet the demands of professional design work or provide the immersive experience desired in gaming. The Lenovo V15 falls short in providing the clarity and vibrancy needed for both daily use and specialized tasks, with its lower-quality display affecting everything from reading text to color accuracy in design projects. Gamers and those working with 3D applications will find the refresh rate on both models lacking, leading to less fluid motion in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 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
7.6
6.7
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$690
$579
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a price of $690 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
341.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5, with its stronger CPU and RAM, will handle a broad range of tasks smoothly and provides a superior screen quality for better viewing experiences, important for daily activities, while maintaining good portability and battery life. The Lenovo V15 offers similar versatility for general use with slightly less computing power and screen resolution, but makes up for it with good portability, comfortable keyboard, and satisfactory sound and storage for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a slightly better integrated GPU and an IPS display panel, which is generally superior to the Lenovo V15's integrated GPU and TN display panel, offering a boost in visuals. However, both have the same screen refresh rate and neither are optimized for high-end gaming or 3D applications, making them fair choices for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.7
6.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
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
7.3
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 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
7.3
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 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
15.6in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Lenovo V15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $579 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.08 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.18" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 341 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
Lenovo V15
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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