Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2vsLenovo Legion Slim 5

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Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
ThinkBook 16p Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2's performance is its strongest selling point and a major upgrade over previous models.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2 has an impressive build quality at its price point overall.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2's stunning QHD+ display offers crisp and detailed visuals with accurate color representation.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2 features a QHD+ display with Ryzen processors and dedicated NVIDIA RTX GPU.
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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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#280
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
Winner
#276
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#367
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#98
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#276
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#258
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#475
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#140
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#762
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#704
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
#125
Winner
Lenovo Legion Slim 5
#779

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Slim 5
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 75W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 140W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2

Strengths

Most improved design, from the 16 by 10 aspect ratio qhd plus display to ryzen inside to a pretty decent rtx 3060
Decent connectivity with ports that's not bad in terms of the ports (although not class leading)
Pretty good sound for a laptop in this price range
A consumer-oriented laptop that's not going to break the bank, perfect for those who don't want to spend $2500 on a dell xps 15 or 16-inch macbook pro

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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.
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Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2 is a significant upgrade in design, packing a 16:10 aspect ratio QHD+ display, AMD Ryzen power, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU into its sleek chassis. With improved connectivity options and decent battery life, this laptop aims to strike the perfect balance between creativity and portability. But does it deliver on its promise?

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.

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