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The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro is generally less expensive and has a midrange performance with good battery life, making it suitable for general use and gaming. It has a solid build and excellent heat management but is heavier and comes with a less powerful processor and graphics card compared to the 7i Pro. On the other hand, the Legion 7i Pro, which is significantly more expensive, has a higher-end performance that excels in 3D rendering and intensive gaming due to a more powerful processor and graphics, and it also boasts a longer battery life. However, it has additional weight which makes it less portable. If budget is a concern and you're looking for balanced performance and portability, consider the 5i Pro; if you're seeking top performance for advanced tasks and can handle less portability and a higher price, the 7i Pro is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
- The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is good.
The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro is good for general use with its solid processor, sufficient RAM, and quality screen, but its lesser storage and average battery life don't compete with the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro, which provides very good general use through its more robust CPU, double the RAM for multitasking, superior screen brightness, larger battery capacity for extended use, and better keyboard, although it's slightly heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
8.0
9.1
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for gaming and 3D tasks largely due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which together provide smooth gameplay and sufficient graphic detail for immersive experiences. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, on the other hand, offers even better performance in these areas with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, resulting in increased responsiveness and visual fluidity for top-tier gaming and demanding 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4
9.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 7i Pro outperforms the Legion 5i Pro in engineering and design use due to a more powerful CPU and GPU, doubling the RAM, and offering a higher screen refresh rate, which translates to excellent performance in resource-intensive tasks. However, the Legion 5i Pro is slightly lighter and thus more portable, while still providing a very good level of performance with a capable CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen.
Content Creation
7.6
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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
7.5
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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
8.1
8.7
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for everyday tasks such as browsing, document editing, and media consumption, both Lenovo Legion Pro models offer displays with sharp resolution and adequate brightness, ensuring great general-use experiences. For engineering and design professionals who require precision in color reproduction, these laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts, catering to the need for accurate color representation in detailed design work. However, gamers and those involved in 3D work may find the refresh rate on these screens lacking, as higher refresh rates provide smoother visuals and better responsiveness, which are critical for fast-paced gaming and fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
3.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has 5 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
7.4
8.5
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a price of $999 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i both have only fair portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Pro 5i | Lenovo Legion Pro 7i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $2,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.6 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.31" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 10.32" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i9-13900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 469 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.8/10 | |
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 | 4 | 4 | |
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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Brian Westover | August 2023
"The midpriced Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 follows some of our favorite gaming machines, including last year's model and the higher-end Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 tested earlier this year. But pedigree doesn't count for much in the computer world, and gaming laptops require a certain level of power and graphics performance to justify their prices. The Pro 5i Gen 8 just doesn't do that, offering middling CPU and GPU performance rather than the sort of muscle that would make it a great value."
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Florian Glaser | February 2023
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."
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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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