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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro offers a larger screen with a higher resolution and might be prefered for intensive gaming and engineering tasks due to its more powerful GPU. However, it is heavier and provides shorter battery life than the Lenovo LOQ 15. The LOQ 15, being slightly more expensive, is slightly more portable, has a longer battery life, but with a less powerful GPU and lower screen resolution, it might not be as well-suited for demanding tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
7.5
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is distinguished by a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, enhancing gaming and 3D performance for more fluid visuals and improved responsiveness compared to the Lenovo LOQ 15, which has a capable but less robust GPU and lower refresh rate. The Pro 5i's screen also offers higher resolution and pixel density, contributing to sharper images, although its tradeoff includes a slightly heavier build and reduced battery life compared to the LOQ 15, which may be more suitable for those prioritizing longer unplugged use and portability.
Screen Quality
8.1
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i excels in general use and engineering design due to its high resolution and brightness, alongside superior color accuracy, encompassing a wider range of colors which is vital for precision tasks. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is key. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15's screen, while still providing adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and design work, lacks the color range professionals may require, and the refresh rate shortfall also hinders its gaming and 3D performance.
Battery
3.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has 6 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.
Cost
$1,000
$1,179
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i, equipped with a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, handles multitasking and demanding applications smoothly, while its quality screen provides an excellent viewing experience, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life which affects portability. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15 offers a balance of decent CPU performance, sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, and longer battery life in a more portable design, though it might not be as suitable for intensive tasks as the Legion Pro 5i.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Pro 5i to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro, with its higher-end CPU and GPU, brighter and higher resolution screen, is primed for demanding engineering tasks, but it's a bit heavier which could affect portability. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15 trades off some screen brightness and GPU power for improved battery life and a slightly lighter build, which might be better for longer periods of use away from a power source.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.5
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Lenovo LOQ 15 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 Legion Pro 5i and the Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Pro 5i | Lenovo LOQ 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,179 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.6 lbs | 5.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.31" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 10.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Lenovo LOQ 15
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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