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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is better suited for general use with its better screen resolution and longer battery life, appealing to those prioritizing productivity and multimedia consumption. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15, equipped with a stronger GPU and the latest CPU, offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks, but has a shorter battery life and lower screen resolution. Although similar in price, the IdeaPad 5 Pro has more RAM for multitasking, whereas the Cyborg 15 is a newer model and may appeal to those looking for a gaming-oriented machine. Consider your primary needs to make the best choice for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.2
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The MSI Cyborg 15 offers better performance for gaming and 3D than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro because it has a more powerful graphics card, the Nvidia RTX 4060, and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, compared to the IdeaPad's RTX 3050 and 120Hz refresh rate. While the IdeaPad may have an edge in screen resolution and battery capacity, the Cyborg's superior GPU and refresh rate are more crucial for handling the fast-paced graphics of gaming and 3D applications.
Screen Quality
7.8
6.8
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a display with higher resolution and brightness, which makes it more suitable for general tasks requiring clarity and visible detail; its color accuracy and representation of wider color gamuts also benefit those in engineering and design who need precise color work. The MSI Cyborg 15's screen delivers a level of quality that is adequate for both general use and technical applications but lacks the superior color range and screen resolution that professionals might look for. Neither laptop has a high enough refresh rate to satisfy gamers or those working with 3D applications, where smoother motion and rapid screen updates are crucial.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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 Pro has good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$516
$924
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a price of $516 and the MSI Cyborg 15 costs $924.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Cyborg 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, with a higher-quality screen and more RAM, is well-suited for tasks that require visual precision and multi-tasking capabilities, important for engineering and design work. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 offers a more powerful GPU which is advantageous for graphics-intensive applications, although it has less RAM, which could affect performance during complex tasks.
Content Creation
7.5
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and MSI Cyborg 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
7.4
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and MSI Cyborg 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and MSI Cyborg 15 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro | MSI Cyborg 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$516 | $924 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 4.37 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 53.5 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 234 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
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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."
MSI Cyborg 15
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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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