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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU is cost-effective for general use and can handle some gaming. It's portable, with a reasonable battery life suitable for on-the-go usage. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a more powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, which makes it superior for engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning projects. This increased performance comes with slightly compromised battery life. Both have large, high-resolution IPS screens with similar color accuracy, but the Pro 5i's slightly better heat management and fan noise may be more comfortable for long sessions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.4
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers better gaming and 3D capabilities primarily because it is equipped with the newer and more capable Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card. While both have the same screen refresh rate and similar CPU and screen quality, the superior GPU in the Pro 5i is very important for gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.1
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, offers solid performance for engineering and design tasks, but the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i steps up with a more powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, which translates to better handling of demanding workloads and complexities found in such fields. While both models boast the same amount of RAM and high-quality IPS displays, the IdeaPad Pro 5i's superior processor and graphics capabilities give it an edge in very demanding engineering and design applications, despite being slightly less portable due to its increased weight and size compared to the IdeaPad 5 Pro.
Screen Quality
7.8
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro's display offers adequate sharpness and vibrant colors suitable for everyday tasks such as web browsing and document editing, making it a solid choice for general use. For engineering and design professionals who need accurate color representation, this laptop's coverage of color gamuts is respectable, though it may not satisfy those demanding the most precise color work. However, the lower refresh rate limits its effectiveness for gaming and 3D applications, where fast and fluid motion is essential for an immersive experience.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Cost
$860
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a price of $860 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for general use.
Both the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are well-rounded for general use; the IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a good balance of power with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia graphics, complemented by a high-quality display and 10 hours of battery life.
Content Creation
7.5
7.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
7.4
7.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 Pro and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$860 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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Brandon Hill | January 2024
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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