When we think gaming laptops, we imagine large and flashy laptops. Not all of us are gamers who want a million colourful lights on our laptops. Sometimes, we need something subtle but with the performance of a gaming device. That’s where laptops like the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro come in. It’s a high-end gaming laptop with all the raw power for handling heavy workloads. It is one of the first laptops to use the latest AMD Ryzen 6000 series CPUs, which means you can smoothly run web designing, creative and 3D modelling apps with games like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. It claims to be the ultimate powerhouse can that suits a wide range of users.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is one of the most powerful laptops of 2022. It equips the latest AMD Ryzen 7 6800H CPU, an 8-core processor with 16 threads. A higher core and threads count enables swift loading and better performance while rendering high-resolution videos and images. If you use Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator or software like AutoDesk Maya, 3Ds Max and AutoCAD, this laptop won’t disappoint you a bit. This CPU is paired with NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 3070 GPU, which means no performance hiccups while playing AAA titles. Like most modern gaming devices, the laptop also supports NVIDIA’s MUX Switch feature, routing graphics from the GPU to the CPU to conserve power when there is no performance demand. This feature comes in handy, especially when you are on the go.
The laptop comes in two configurations. The high-end model has 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD. The mid-spec variant comes with 16 GB RAM and has the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. To keep components cool, Lenovo has introduced an all-new Legion Coldfront 4.0 cooling system. Lenovo says it includes a wider pipe layout blended with more powerful fans that are 140 per cent more effective. Their blades are also 40 per cent slimmer than the previous Legion Pro devices, resulting in more cooler and silent operation. You also get the flexibility to switch the cooling models using the Lenovo vantage app. The device runs on Windows 11 Home OS and it comes with nearly no bloatware.
The display is one of the most important components of a laptop, and luckily the Legion 5 equips the best in its class. It’s a 16-inch IPS screen running 2,560 x 1,600 resolution. The display comes with 100 per cent sRGB support making it ideal for the colour correction work. Lenovo says it has also been X-Rite calibrated for absolute accuracy. It is also a VESA-Certified HDR screen, which means you can enjoy watching HDR content from streaming apps like Netflix. Lenovo says the screen is also TUV Rheinland certified, helping reduce the harmful effects of blue lights.
The screen’s 16:10 aspect ratio is also perfect for web browsing. Since there is ample space, you can easily arrange apps side-by-side, boosting your productivity. Having a wide aspect ratio also comes in very handy while working on lengthy video timelines. The display also supports a 165 Hz refresh rate, so gamers can have a smooth and fluid gaming experience. Additionally, there is also support for NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium for tear-free gaming.
Despite its large screen, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro manages to keep its compact dimensions. It weighs 2.49 kg and is comparatively slimmer than most 15.6-inch and 17-inch gaming laptops. The laptop uses an aluminium-magnesium alloy chassis which makes it sturdy. Lenovo’s fit and finish have always been top-notch, and this laptop should be no different. The device comes in a grey colour and has a matte finish which helps to keep fingerprints away. There are no flashy LEDs or logos on the laptop, so it will easily blend in within office environments.
The keyboard on the Legion 5 Pro is also impressive. The keys have a concave curve which provides solid feedback. The keyboard comes with RGB backlighting, which can be controlled using the Lenovo Vantage app. The trackpad is also large, so you can quickly scroll through pages, spreadsheets, photos and video timelines. The laptop comes with an 80 Wh battery that Lenovo claims should offer 9 hours of battery life.
Lenovo has ensured you get all the modern-day connectivity ports with the Legion 5 Pro 2022. On the left, the device has a pair of USB Type-C 3.2 ports, supporting multiple external displays and fast data transfer. These ports can also be used to charge the device. On the right, there is a USB Type-A port along with a headphone/mic jack. You’ll also find a webcam shutter button, so you can manually turn it off when it isn’t in use. The laptop also has a pair of USB Type-A ports at the rear of the device. This placement comes in handy as you get more tangle-free space for the mouse during gaming sessions. The HDMI 2.1 and Ethernet port are also placed at the rear. On the wireless side, the laptop has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 2022 is a solid gaming laptop that suits a wide range of users, thanks to its subtle design and brawny hardware. The laptop is capable of smoothly handling heavy workloads, and its latest hardware ensures you can use this device without any issues in the long run. The mid-spec model of the laptop is priced at Rs. 1,59,990* while the top-variant is priced at Rs. 1,89,990*. Both models are available at www.reliancedigital.in. You can also have a hands-on experience of the laptops by visiting your nearest Reliance Digital store.
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