Lenovo Legion 5 Pro: Specs and features
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is updated with the latest Intel and Nvidia hardware. This includes the Intel Core i7-13700HX, a 16-core processor with 24 threads and a maximum Turbo Boost frequency of 5GHz. It’s joined by Nvidia’s RTX 4060, which in this iteration can tap up to 140 watts of power.
- CPU: Intel Core i7-13700HX
- Memory: 16GB LPDDR5
- Graphics/GPU: Nvidia RTX 4060 (140-watt TGP)
- Display: 16-inch 2,560 x 1,600 165Hz IPS
- Storage: 512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD
- Webcam: 1080p with electronic privacy shutter
- Connectivity: 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort 1.4 and 140 watts Power Delivery, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort 1.4, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1,1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Ethernet, 1x 3.5mm combo audio
- Networking: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth
- Biometrics: None
- Battery capacity: 80 watt-hours
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 10.25 x 1.05 inches
- Weight: 5.51 pounds
Pricing starts at $1,259.99 through Lenovo’s website. That will snag you a less capable machine with an Intel Core i5-13500HX and Nvidia RTX 4060. The model I tested was priced at $1,449.99, less than $200 more than the entry-level despite a big upgrade to both the CPU and GPU.
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro: Design and build quality
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is cloaked in a reserved navy-blue and black chassis. It uses simple, mostly untextured plastics that don’t look or feel remarkable but manages a more polished, professional vibe than alternatives such as the Acer Predator Helios, Asus TUF Gaming A16, and Dell Inspiron Gaming. It’s clearly a laptop designed for performance yet won’t attract unwanted attention in a meeting.
It won’t take up the entire table, either. Measuring at 14.3 inches wide and 10.25 inches deep, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is reasonably compact for a 16-inch gaming laptop, though it will still feel most laptop bags to capacity. Its size is most noticeable in profile, as the Legion Pro 5 measures a tad over an inch thick—a trait you’ll certainly notice while handling the machine. It also tips the scales at 5.6 pounds, which is similar to competitive laptops but rather noticeable when placed in a backpack or messenger bag.
Lenovo’s build quality doesn’t disappoint. The chassis is solid and uncomplaining, with no creaks or groans to betray its plastic origins. There’s some give here and there, most notably in the display lid when you’re opening and closing it, but nothing to sound alarm bells. In fact, it’s right up there with the competition, offering a similar degree of rigidity and durability.
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro: Should you buy it?
Lenovo’s Legion 5 Pro remains an easy recommendation. Its robust build, professional exterior, and excellent keyboard set it apart from rivals, and it delivers solid performance for both productivity and gaming. The Legion 5 Pro is a large, heavy laptop, and mediocre battery life makes it a poor travel companion. Still, it’s a great choice for gamers who need a fast laptop at a reasonable price.