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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, while more expensive, offers a high-performance CPU and dedicated graphics card that make it suitable for intensive tasks like engineering, 3D modeling, machine learning, and gaming. Its high-resolution display and larger battery also suggest better visual quality and longer usage times, which are great for multimedia consumption and long work sessions. However, its heavier weight makes it less portable. The Maypug 15" Laptop is more affordable, with a basic CPU and integrated graphics suitable for general use like web browsing and document editing, and its lighter weight improves portability. It has a lower resolution display and a smaller battery, indicating shorter usage time between charges and less ideal for visually demanding tasks. Choose the Lenovo if performance is a priority and you're okay with less portability, or the Maypug if you prioritize affordability and portability for basic tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very 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
Key differences
General Use
7.9
5.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
343.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i offers robust performance for general use with its high-end CPU and abundant RAM, alongside a premium screen with excellent color coverage, resolution, and brightness, but it's heavier and less portable compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop. In contrast, the Maypug's entry-level CPU, lower RAM, a basic screen with lower resolution and color accuracy, and weaker battery make it less suitable for demanding tasks, though it is lighter and more portable.
Gaming and AI
8.0
5.6
8.4/10
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 Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.4
5.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks and ensuring smooth operation with complex software; its screen quality is also beneficial for precise design work. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short in these areas, which might hinder performance in engineering applications, despite being more portable and possibly having a quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
8.0
5.9
9.0/10
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 Slim 5i is very 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
7.8
5.9
9.0/10
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 Slim 5i 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
343.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i offers a high-resolution, bright display with a panel type that delivers sharp and vibrant visuals, making it very suitable for everyday tasks and media consumption, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop has a dimmer and lower resolution screen, resulting in less clarity and comfort for prolonged use. During engineering and design work, professionals depend on accurate color reproduction, and the Lenovo's ability to cover a broad spectrum of color gamuts ensures that designs will be precise, a feature the Maypug lacks, making it less ideal for this type of work. When gaming or working with 3D applications, a high refresh rate is crucial to keep motion smooth and reduce eye strain, which is a weak point for the Maypug, while the Lenovo's lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops may not be optimal but still offers a decent experience for casual gaming and 3D work.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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
$1,055
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a price of $1,055 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 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.
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How the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 5i | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,055 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | 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 | 7 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 | 343 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 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 | 2 | 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 | August 2023
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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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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