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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro offers high performance suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering, sporting a powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia graphics. However, it is less portable due to its heavier weight and larger size. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop is significantly more affordable and lightweight, making it more portable, but it is equipped with a modest Intel Celeron processor and integrated graphics that are suited for basic tasks like web browsing or word processing. It will not handle demanding applications as efficiently as the Lenovo. Also, the Lenovo's battery capacity is much larger, pointing to longer usage between charges. If you prioritize performance and battery life for advanced applications and don't mind the extra weight and higher price, the Lenovo is the better choice. If affordability and portability for everyday tasks are your primary concerns, you may prefer the Maypug. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.8
5.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
340.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is suitable for general use due to its powerful processor, ample RAM, and high-quality, large display, which compensate for its modest battery life and bulkier build. The Maypug 15" Laptop, on the other hand, has a less capable processor, limited RAM, and a lower resolution screen, making it less suited for demanding tasks despite its lightweight design and longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.4
5.6
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 excels in gaming and 3D applications thanks to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, essential for smooth and immersive gameplay. By contrast, the Maypug 15" laptop falls short due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which are not suited for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.5
5.6
9.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 excels in engineering and design tasks with its robust CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, while the Maypug 15" Laptop lags behind due to its entry-level processor, basic integrated graphics, lower RAM, and lower-resolution screen. While the Maypug is lighter and quieter, making it more portable, the Lenovo's superior hardware makes it better equipped for demanding engineering software and design work.
Content Creation
7.8
5.9
9.3/10
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 Legion Pro 5 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
7.6
5.9
9.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
8.0
5.7
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
340.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize vibrant and accurate colors for your engineering or design work, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 excels due to its wider color gamut, which ensures that the colors you see on screen are true to life. However, for gaming or 3D applications where motion clarity is key, the Legion Pro 5's lower refresh rate might make fast-paced visuals less smooth, affecting your experience. The Maypug 15" laptop, despite having a generally lower quality screen across the board, may leave you wanting in terms of sharpness, brightness, and color accuracy, regardless of the task at hand.
Battery
3.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has 3.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
$1,170
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has a price of $1,170 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Legion Pro 5 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,170 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.6 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.31" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 340 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 4 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Mark Knapp | July 2023
"It doesn't quite match its Legion Pro 7i sibling as an Editors' Choice winner, but Lenovo's AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is a stylish, well-built gaming laptop with solid performance at both 1080p and its sharper native resolution. It's cheaper than some comparably equipped machines and better than some similarly priced ones. That's a recipe for success, even without its frequent availability of discounts or sales. A brighter screen and longer battery life would be nice, but even as is the Legion Pro 5 earns a solid recommendation."
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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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