Lenovo Legion Slim 5vsLenovo IdeaPad Slim 5

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Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
Legion Slim 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 delivers seamless gaming experiences with silent and efficient performance capabilities overall.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 boasts a solid build quality that surpasses many competitors.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5's impressive display offers excellent visual quality and nearly invisible screen brightness in low-light conditions.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 boasts powerful features with i7 processor and RTX 460 GPU.
Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
IdeaPad Slim 5

Quick Stats

The Ryzen 7 processor delivers strong performance for everyday use and casual gaming needs effectively.
Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 5 Light boasts a sturdy build quality with a solid keyboard deck and robust magnesium alloy interior.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light's display is merely adequate, lacking vibrancy and color accuracy.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light boasts an 8th Gen Intel Core i3 processor and 512GB SSD storage primarily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#276
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
Winner
#271
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#98
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#182
Display
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#258
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#93
Winner
Performance
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#140
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#425
Build
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#704
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#679
Winner
Features
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#779
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#487
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Slim 5
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 140W)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Legion Slim 5

Strengths

The design is sleek with high-end quality, surpassing most competitors in the current market.
The build quality is excellent with no dent or strain noises when picked up.
The connectivity ports are well-placed and convenient to use, making it easy to connect wired devices.
The screen has a good visual experience with thin bezels, 16:10 ratio, and excellent color quality.
The performance is efficient with a cooling system that maximizes the full potential of the hardware.

Weaknesses

The laptop is not slim as the name suggests, with a weight of 2.4 kg and thickness of about 25 mm.
The keyboard requires more force to press down, making it easier to feel flex when typing.
The speakers are quite normal and have low volume, making them hard to hear in noisy environments.
The touchpad is wobbly and makes a weird sound when working alone in a quiet room.
The battery life is limited, lasting only about 3 hours with high-performance configurations.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5

Strengths

Lightweight, weighing less than my water bottle
Long battery life (8 hours and 10 minutes of video playback and 11 hours and 20 minutes of web surfing)
Power efficient Zen 3 chip with a base TDP of 15 watts
65W USB-C charger is portable and convenient
Quiet operation (except when Extreme Performance mode is enabled)
Affordable price (RM3299 or around $700)

Weaknesses

The screen could be better, especially for those with OCD like the reviewer
HDMI port is a bit of an outdated feature in this day and age
GPU performance is not ideal for gaming (can only casually play AAA titles at low settings)
CPU can get hot (reaching 90°C during Extreme Performance mode)
Bottom of laptop can get slightly uncomfortable to touch when CPU is under load
Laptop's design might not be ideal for those who want a workhorse that can handle demanding tasks
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Lenovo Legion Slim 5

The Lenovo Legion Slim 5: a gaming laptop that embodies the perfect blend of form and function. With its sleek design, robust build quality, and impressive specs, this device is sure to satisfy even the most discerning gamers. However, our review reveals some minor drawbacks, including a less-than-slim profile, soft keyboard keys, and mediocre speakers. But does its exceptional performance, cooling system, and feature-rich design make up for these shortcomings? Let's dive in to find out.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light is a refreshingly compact laptop that weighs in at just over 1kg, making it the perfect companion for school and work on-the-go. With its Intel Core i3 processor and up to 8 hours of battery life, this device can handle basic tasks with ease, from note-taking and document editing to watching videos and browsing the web. But is it enough to satisfy our increasingly demanding digital needs?

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