The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro.
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is better suited for general use due to its high-performance AMD Ryzen processor and significant RAM, resulting in fast and efficient multitasking; additionally, its high-quality IPS display with a higher resolution ensures crisp and vibrant visuals. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop's less powerful Intel Celeron processor and less RAM could hinder performance, while its lower resolution screen offers less clarity and color accuracy, contributing to its lower suitability for general use despite better portability and quieter operation.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
5.6/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better gaming and 3D performance due to its Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 120, which are significantly superior to the Maypug 15" Laptop's Intel UHD Graphics and 60 refresh rate. While the IdeaPad 5 Pro also features a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and a higher-resolution display, which contribute to its gaming prowess, the Maypug's Intel Celeron CPU and lower-resolution screen reflect its modest capabilities in demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
5.6/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro comes with higher RAM and a more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks that require intensive processing and graphics handling. In comparison, the Maypug 15" Laptop has less RAM and a less capable Intel Celeron processor with integrated graphics, which are not adequate for complex engineering software and detailed graphics work.
Content Creation
7.5/10
5.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.4/10
5.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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.
Screen Quality
7.8/10
5.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a vivid display with high resolution that makes viewing detailed content and colors pop, which is essential for both general use and intricate engineering or design tasks. However, this laptop's lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals that gamers and 3D designers seek for a seamless experience. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short across the board with subpar brightness and resolution for everyday tasks, lacks the color accuracy professionals need, and doesn't meet the fast refresh demands of 3D applications.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
7.6/10
5.1/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$860
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a price of $860 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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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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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