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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" usually costs less and is suitable for budget-conscious users needing adequate performance for general use. It features a larger screen suitable for multitasking and productivity tasks but is heavier, reducing portability. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, while typically pricier, offers double the RAM for better multitasking, an OLED touch-enabled screen that provides superior color representation and brightness for creative work, and a significantly lighter build for portability. The Galaxy Book2 also has a better battery life, even if by a small margin. Consider the Lenovo IdeaPad for cost savings and a larger display, or the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for a portable laptop with better display quality and performance for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.7
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is equipped with a decent AMD processor and integrated graphics, but its counterpart, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, offers an Intel processor with better integrated graphics and twice the RAM for improved engineering and design performance. Although the Lenovo has a larger screen, the Samsung stands out with its OLED display offering superior screen quality; furthermore, the Samsung is lighter and more portable, making it easier to carry around, but both have good build quality and manage heat and fan noise well.
Screen Quality
6.5
7.8
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
341.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers adequate resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks like browsing the web and office work, but for engineering and design, it lacks the wide color gamut needed for precise color work, while its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D rendering. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 delivers a sharper and brighter display experience, with a wider color coverage that benefits professionals in engineering and design by providing more accurate color representation for their projects. However, similar to the Lenovo, the Galaxy Book2 360 has a standard refresh rate that isn't ideal for gaming or working with 3D applications where smoother visuals are crucial.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$690
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a price of $690 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
341.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" with its sturdy build, ample RAM, and powerful AMD processor offers reliable performance and a comfortable keyboard for general tasks while still maintaining decent portability and battery life. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with its vibrant OLED touchscreen, lightweight form factor, and efficient Intel CPU, provides an exceptional balance of portability and battery longevity, making it versatile for general use with an added benefit of a 2-in-1 convertible design for tablet-like interactions.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, while not specialized gaming laptops, have decent GPUs that can handle lighter gaming and 3D tasks with acceptable performance. However, their screen refresh rates may not be ideal for high-speed gaming, and while they have capable CPUs and good screen quality, they won't match the experience provided by dedicated gaming machines or high-end laptops designed specifically for 3D work.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 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
7.6
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.08 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.18" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 341 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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