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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i generally costs less and offers a larger, higher resolution screen better suited for general use and engineering tasks, with its 16:10 aspect ratio and higher refresh rate enhancing productivity and content viewing. It also features a slightly larger battery, offering longer unplanned use, and it's lighter and thinner, which contributes to better portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 15, while costing a bit more, has a premium aimed at gaming with its higher screen refresh rate, though with a standard 16:9 aspect ratio and a smaller, full HD screen that may not be as suitable for productivity-focused tasks. It also has marginally higher performance for 3D applications and machine learning but is heavier and thicker. Both have similar storage, RAM, and the same GPU but differ slightly in their processors with the IdeaPad using Intel and the LOQ using AMD. Both laptops feature a fully backlit keyboard, multiple USB-C ports, no Ethernet ports, and are suitable for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
- The Lenovo LOQ 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's superior screen resolution and brightness offer clearer and more vibrant visuals, whereas the LOQ 15, while good, might not match the same level of clarity and illumination. With engineering and design tasks that demand precise color reproduction, the IdeaPad Pro 5i's screen, which covers a wider range of color gamuts, provides more accurate colors essential for professional work, but the LOQ 15 will still suffice for most tasks within this realm. However, gamers and 3D professionals would find the refresh rate on both laptops lacking, making them less ideal for high-speed visuals where smoothness and reduced motion blur are critical.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$1,179
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a price of $950 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is suited for general use due to its more vibrant IPS screen with higher resolution and screen quality, as well as its lightweight design for better portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 also fulfills general use needs with a robust CPU and RAM configuration, though it compromises slightly on screen color quality and portability due to a heavier build. Both laptops offer decent battery life, ample storage, quality keyboards, and manage heat and operating noise effectively, which aligns with general users' varied needs.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.5
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both good for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is tailored for gaming and 3D due to its Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU which supports high-fidelity graphics and its screen's high refresh rate of 120 Hz, which allows for smooth gameplay. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15 also has the powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 but offers a higher screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, providing even smoother visuals, which can be a significant advantage for fast-paced games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 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
7.7
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 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 Pro 5i and the Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i | Lenovo LOQ 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,179 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 5.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 60 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 | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
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Tom's Hardware
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."
Lenovo LOQ 15
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PCMag
Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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