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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers significant savings and is a great fit for general use or if budget is a key concern, packing sufficient power for everyday tasks with its decent performance hardware. However, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is priced higher due to its superior performance credentials, making it suitable for more intensive engineering applications, 3D work, machine learning, and gaming thanks to a more powerful processor and graphics card. Both offer portability, but the IdeaPad is slightly lighter, meaning it's easier to carry around. The Legion Slim 7 has a higher refresh rate display which is beneficial for gaming, while the IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a higher resolution screen that's better for productivity and media consumption. The decision hinges on whether the premium for the Legion's performance boost is justified for your work or entertainment needs, against the IdeaPad's value for money and higher resolution display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.4
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165, which makes for smoother visuals in fast-paced games compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, which has a less powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a lower refresh rate of 120. While both have quality IPS screens, the higher GPU power and refresh rate in the Legion Slim 7 makes it the better choice for demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is somewhat better.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a balanced choice for engineering and design with its higher resolution screen and strong CPU and GPU combination suitable for moderate design work, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with a slightly more powerful CPU and GPU, provides a bit more muscle for intensive tasks, at the cost of a lower resolution screen, making it better suited for engineering work where graphical power may take precedence over screen detail.
Screen Quality
7.8
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 provide sharp, vibrant displays suitable for everyday tasks and professional design work due to their high resolution and panel types that offer clear visuals and strong color accuracy. For engineering and design, these laptops are equipped with screens that cover a broad range of color gamuts, ensuring that the colors you work with are represented faithfully and distinctly. However, for gaming and 3D applications which benefit from smoother motion and faster responses, both laptops fall short as their refresh rates aren’t as high as specialized gaming laptops, which could lead to less fluid visual experiences in fast-paced games and simulations.
Cost
$860
$1,200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a price of $860 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" costs $1,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro stands out for general use with its higher resolution and brighter screen, boosting screen quality, combined with substantial CPU and RAM for good performance, all within a lightweight design that still offers a decent battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 offers a slightly more powerful CPU and better GPU which makes it suitable not just for daily tasks but also for higher-end applications, gaming, and it manages heat well, however, it trades off slightly on battery life and screen resolution in comparison to the IdeaPad 5 Pro.
Content Creation
7.5
7.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 9 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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 Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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 Legion Slim 7 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro | Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$860 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
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Benjamin Herzig | November 2022
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
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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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