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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers better performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering due to its more powerful Intel i7-13700H processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics. However, it's heavier and thicker than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, making it less portable. The Galaxy Book2 360 has an Intel i7-1255U processor integrated with Intel Iris Xe graphics, which provide decent performance for general use and have the advantage of a touchscreen and an OLED display for better colors and contrast. It's also lighter, offering better portability and has longer battery life. Both are similarly priced and have similar RAM and storage. If display quality and portability are your priorities, then the Galaxy Book2 360 is the better option, whereas if you require more performance for intensive tasks, the IdeaPad Pro 5i is the recommended choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.2
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is better for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 120, which means it can display more frames per second for smoother motion in games. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 uses its main CPU's integrated graphics (Iris Xe) and has a standard screen refresh rate of 60, making it less suitable for more demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is considered very good for engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and GPU which are crucial for intensive tasks, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, while still suitable, offers a lower-powered CPU and integrated graphics, which may limit performance in demanding applications. However, the Galaxy Book2's excellent portability and high-quality OLED screen make it an appealing choice for on-the-go users who also need good display quality, albeit with less raw computing power.
Screen Quality
7.8
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for gaming and AI, and software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 provide sharp, bright displays with ample resolution, making them a delight for everyday activities like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. Designers and engineers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360's superior color accuracy and range, essential for precise visual work, while the Lenovo offers decent but not top-tier color performance. Gamers and those into 3D might find both laptops lacking, as neither is optimized for fast-paced visuals due to lower refresh rates which are crucial for smooth motion and gameplay.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
13.3in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a price of $950 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is equipped with a powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, making it well-suited for general use that may include more demanding tasks, and its high-quality screen enhances visual experiences, although it is heavier and has a moderate battery life.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1255U | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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