Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2vsLenovo Legion 5 Pro

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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Intel Xeon W11-855M processor delivers impressive performance in professional applications with certified smooth execution guaranteed.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts a rock-solid build quality that screams durability and justifies its premium price.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts an impressive 4K UHD display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts powerful professional-grade features including ISV certifications and a 94Wh battery.
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Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
Legion 5 Pro

Quick Stats

The 2024 Lenovo Legion 5 Pro offers underwhelming performance despite CPU upgrades and a more expensive option.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro boasts a solid and sturdy build that's a pleasure to hold always.
The display on Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is top-notch with a 2K resolution and 240Hz refresh rate.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro features a powerful CPU, fast charging, and a 240Hz gaming screen with thin bezels.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#328
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
Winner
#327
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#111
Winner
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#217
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#529
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#451
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#254
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#250
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#763
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#746
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#577
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#568
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
Lenovo Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
up to 128GB
up to 64GB
up to 24000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11850H
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
NVIDIA T1200
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop, 140W)
N/A
2x M.2 PCIe x4 slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Strengths

A very interesting and powerful workstation
Bright sharp 4k display
Excellent keyboard with tactile feedback and good key travel
Good battery life with its 94 watt hour battery, up to 9 hours of continuous web surfing test over Wi-Fi at 115
Excellent touchpad with two-finger scrolling
Trackpoint responsive as well
Optional 5G and great array of ports

Weaknesses

Big and bulky, weighing nearly eight pounds
720p webcam is lacking
Not perfect for everyday users, but rather specialized towards professional applications
Price tag may be a concern, starting at around $1800
Stereo speakers are lacking in basic sound quality
Display's brightness can make it hot to the touch
Mobile workstation may not be as portable as expected

Lenovo Legion 5 Pro

Strengths

The build is solid, sturdy
The cooling system is extremely good
The laptop is very solid with a hinge that's easy to open with one hand
It can hold the screen at a deep angle without falling
The details are finished with a rough anodized coating ensuring high durability
The screen supports 2K resolutions with a refresh rate of 240 Hz
The cooling system is very efficient and quiet

Weaknesses

It's not the best choice compared to last year's AMD version
The CPU upgrade to Core i9-14900 HX only offers a slight improvement in single-core performance
The graphic cards remain the same as last year
There's no significant difference between Intel and AMD CPUs
Not having Thunderbolt ports is a drawback
It's not worth upgrading from last year's version if you can get an AMD CPU at a lower price
The slight improvement in single-core performance may not be noticeable in real-world usage
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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 is a powerful mobile workstation designed for professionals who require top-notch performance in specialized applications. With an Intel Xeon W-11 855M mobile processor and a bright, sharp 4K UHD display, this device delivers exceptional visuals and processing power. The sturdy build quality and excellent keyboard make it a joy to work with, while the 94Wh battery provides all-day runtime. Starting at around $5,000, this workstation is not for everyone, but those who need its capabilities will appreciate its rock-solid performance.

Lenovo Legion 5 Pro

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 2024 is a solid gaming laptop with a sturdy build and impressive cooling system. However, its performance enhancement is underwhelming compared to the predecessor. The CPU upgrade to Core i9-14900 HX only yields a 3-4% increase in single-core performance, making it less desirable than the last year's version. Additionally, AMD configurations offer better value with stronger multi-core performance and improved power efficiency, making them a more attractive choice for gaming enthusiasts.

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