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Updated March 21, 2024·
If budget is a primary concern and you're looking for a laptop that balances cost and performance, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" offers good value, especially for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. It's also more portable, making it a better option if you travel frequently or commute. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX, while considerably more expensive, delivers high-end performance for demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, and top-tier gaming; however, its larger size and weight make it less convenient for regular transport, and it may also have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 15"
- The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has no clear advantages over the MSI Titan 18 HX.
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
4.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good.
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" offers balance in CPU performance and RAM suitable for everyday tasks, with a decent screen and manageable portability, but the MSI Titan 18 HX steps ahead with superior CPU and additional RAM, enhancing screen quality and overall performance for more demanding applications at the cost of portability and battery life. While both have ample storage and solid build quality, the size and power of the MSI mean it typically has louder fans and could run warmer, but it compensates with a more premium keyboard and speakers for an immersive experience.
Gaming and AI
7.9
9.4
9.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good.
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" provides solid gaming and 3D performance with a capable GPU and a high refresh rate screen, making it suitable for most users looking for a good gaming experience. However, for those seeking top-tier gaming and 3D rendering capabilities, the MSI Titan 18 HX offers a more powerful GPU and an even higher refresh rate screen, alongside a stronger CPU and superior screen quality, but it will likely come at a higher cost and less portability.
Engineering and Design
8.2
9.9
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" offers solid CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities suitable for engineering tasks, along with good screen quality, but the MSI Titan 18 HX excels in these areas, providing top-tier performance for the most demanding engineering and design applications. However, the Legion 5 is more portable and may have a quieter operating noise, while the Titan, with its larger size and more powerful components, is less easy to carry around and might be louder during intensive use.
Content Creation
7.4
9.0
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good.
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
7.3
8.9
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good.
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
9.2
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a crystal-clear display and vibrant colors for applications like photo editing and CAD work, the MSI Titan 18 HX's superiority in color accuracy and range makes it an excellent choice, but for gaming, its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals dedicated gamers seek. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" offers commendable screen quality for everyday tasks and professional design, but gamers will again notice it falls short in delivering the high refresh rates needed for an immersive gaming experience. For both laptops, general users will appreciate the high resolution and brightness, which make for attractive and easy-to-view displays during typical use.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
5.3 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$4,949
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has a price of $999 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,949.
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Battery
4.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has 4 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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.
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How the Lenovo Legion 5 15" and the MSI Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 5 15" | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $4,949 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.3'' x 0.95'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.3 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.33" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo Legion 5 15"
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2021
"The Lenovo Legion 5 15 is an affordable gaming laptop with a lot of power. The new AMD processor Ryzen 7 5800H offers plenty of performance and it is also very efficient. The combination with the fast 130W version of the GeForce RTX 3060 ensures high gaming performance. We also like the fast 165 Hz display with the 1080p resolution. The automatic graphics switching causes some problems with stutters, which are very annoying. If you do not need long battery runtimes, you should definitely deactivate the hybrid graphics mode in Lenovo's Vantage app. The Legion 5 15 is never silent."
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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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