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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is a better choice for tasks requiring high performance like gaming, 3D rendering or engineering due to its superior GPU and faster refresh rate screen. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Razer Book 13. The Razer Book 13, with its longer battery life and lighter weight, is more portable and suitable for general use, and it also features a touchscreen. The Razer is more expensive, so if cost is a consideration and you don't mind a bit more weight and less battery life, the Lenovo might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.2
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the Razer Book 13 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics processor, which is more powerful than the Intel Iris Xe graphics found in the Razer Book 13. Additionally, the higher screen refresh rate of the IdeaPad Pro 5i elevates the visual experience in fast-paced games compared to the lower refresh rate of the Razer Book 13's display.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is preferred for engineering and design because it features a high-performance CPU suitable for demanding tasks, a dedicated Nvidia GPU which aids in graphically intensive processes, and a high-quality screen with a large color gamut and high brightness. Compared to the Razer Book 13, which also has a capable CPU for engineering but relies on integrated graphics, making it less suited for GPU-intensive applications, the IdeaPad also offers a slightly larger and higher-resolution screen which can be crucial for design work, despite the Razer Book 13 being more portable and having a higher portability score.
Screen Quality
7.8
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If you prioritize a vibrant, sharp display for activities like browsing, watching videos, or working with documents, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's high resolution and brightness make it a solid choice, while the Razer Book 13 also offers a quality display for these tasks. For engineering and design, both laptops provide a wide range of colors, essential for accuracy in visual projects, though the IdeaPad Pro 5i stands out slightly due to its superior screen quality. However, for gaming or working with 3D applications, neither laptop is ideal because they don't offer high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and quick visuals, despite having decent resolution and panel type.
Battery
6.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
8.5
The Razer Book 13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$950
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a price of $950 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Razer Book 13 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i boasts a more powerful CPU and dedicated graphics, making it ideal for heavier tasks, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life compared to the Razer Book 13, which offers superior portability and longer battery life for on-the-go usage, although with integrated graphics and a less powerful CPU, it's less suited for demanding software. Both laptops come with high-quality screens and sufficient RAM for smooth multitasking, but the Razer Book 13's touch-enabled display and lighter weight could make it more appealing for day-to-day mobile use and presentations.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Razer Book 13 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
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Razer Book 13 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.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
Razer Book 13
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Allen Ngo | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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