Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen), AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
2.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core, 3.2 to 4.4 GHz 8-Core
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti with 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM
16 GB, 8 GB
This 15.6" Legion 5 Gaming Laptop from Lenovo comes packed with a 3.2 ryzen_7 CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB SSD. With an NVIDIA card to power through all of your games, this laptop will bring you the performance you need for games like PUBG or Fortnite. With four USB 3.0 ports for connecting your mouse, keyboard, and other peripherals, this laptop also has an 802.11ax wireless connection for lag-free game play!
Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 Series Gaming Laptop (Phantom Blue) | Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 Gaming Laptop (Phantom Blue) | Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 Gaming Laptop (Phantom Blue) | Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 Series Gaming Laptop (Phantom Blue) | |
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Design It comes in at a weight of 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg, and total dimensions of 14.27 x 10.26 x 1.01" / 362.56 x 260.61 x 25.75 mm. | ||||
Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo |
Manufacturer ID | 82JH0001US | 82JU00N2US | 82JK009AUS | 82JH008JUS |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home (64-Bit) | Windows 11 Home (64-Bit) | Windows 11 Home (64-Bit) | Windows 11 Home (64-Bit) |
Dimensions | 14.27 x 10.26 x 1.01" / 362.56 x 260.61 x 25.75 mm | 14.27 x 10.26 x 1.01" / 362.56 x 260.61 x 25.75 mm | 14.27 x 10.26 x 1.01" / 362.56 x 260.61 x 25.75 mm | 14.27 x 10.26 x 1.01" / 362.56 x 260.61 x 25.75 mm |
Weight | 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg | 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg | 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg | 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg |
Performance It contains a 2.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) processor with 24 MB of L3 Cache. It contains a 3.2 to 4.4 GHz 8-Core AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor with 16 MB of L3 Cache. With an 11th gen Intel CPU you can be assured that the laptop has a recent CPU. Whilst not the latest, due to the release of the Intel 12 Series CPUs, it is still recent. However, with the release of the 12th gen you may wish to choose that instead to ensure the longevity of your new laptop. There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM. There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti with 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM. A dedicated graphics card usually offers a little bit more graphics power so could be better suited towards gaming and/or graphics processing work like image or video editing. The maximum memory capacity is 32 GB via the 2 (0 Available) memory slots. The maximum memory capacity is 32 GB via the 2 (1 Available) memory slots. The RAM slot type is 260-Pin SO-DIMM. Because at least one of the ram slots in the Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 is replaceable, you will be able to upgrade the ram at a later date. From the factory, there is a single free slot you can use. You'd be able to take this home and throw in an extra stick of ram straight away, or even ask them at the shop to help you out and possibly install it for you. | ||||
Processor | Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) | Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) |
Processor Cores | 2.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core | 3.2 to 4.4 GHz 8-Core | 2.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core | 2.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core |
L3 Cache | 24 MB | 16 MB | 24 MB | 24 MB |
Graphics Card Type | Dedicated | Dedicated | Dedicated | Dedicated |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti with 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM |
Memory Type | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 |
Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
Memory Configuration | 2 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 1 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 2 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 2 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) |
Buffered Memory | No | No | No | |
ECC Memory | No | No | No | |
Max. Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
Memory Slot Type | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM |
Memory Slots | 2 (0 Available) | 2 (1 Available) | 2 (0 Available) | 2 (0 Available) |
Display Whilst the model comes with a glossy screen, you won't have to worry too much about the glare produced as there is an anti-reflective coating applied. The screen has a refresh rate of 165 Hz. The 165 Hz will ensure gamers and video editors receive a smooth experience and ensure the screen is not holding a quality experience back. It's offered in a Matte finish. It's offered in a Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating finish. A brightness of 300 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen. | ||||
Panel Type | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD |
Screen Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | 15.6" | 15.6" |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
TouchScreen? | No | No | No | No |
Finish | Matte | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Matte |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB |
Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
Variable Refresh Tech | G-Sync | FreeSync, G-Sync | G-Sync | G-Sync |
Max. Brightness | 300 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 |
Storage It comes with 1 TB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive. It comes with 512 GB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive. | ||||
SSD Slots | 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 (Available) | 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) 1 x M.2 (Available) | 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) |
Storage Installed | 1 TB | 512 GB | 1 TB | 1 TB |
Solid State Storage | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe |
Battery The Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 has an estimated battery life of 7.5 Hours. The Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 has an estimated battery life of 7 Hours. The Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 has an estimated battery life of 8.9 Hours. The battery life is achieved via a 60 Wh capacity battery. | ||||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 60 Wh | 60 Wh | 60 Wh |
Est. Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 7 Hours | 8.9 Hours | 7.5 Hours |
Ports & Peripherals There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) ports being offered too, allowing both the use of almost any current peripheral, but also adaptors & dongles allowing use of additional ports for the laptop. There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) ports being offered too, allowing both the use of almost any current peripheral, but also adaptors & dongles allowing use of additional ports for the laptop. With a backlit keyboard, you'll clearly see your keys and ensure minimal mistakes when you're typing what you need to type. The numpad inclusion on the laptop ensures optimal access to number keys, so if that's what you're after then this laptop has it for you. Don't fret about your wired headphones though, the 3.5mm headphone jack will let you plug right in. | ||||
Ports | 4 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 4 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 4 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 4 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
USB Type C | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) |
Display Ports | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort) |
Audio Ports | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output |
Build in Speakers | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W |
Built in Mic | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Webcam | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p |
Keyboard | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight, Number Pad | Backlight | Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight, Number Pad |
Pointing Device | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad |
Security | Webcam Blocker | Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | Webcam Blocker |
Connections You'll find Wifi 6 inside the laptop, which is the current generation. This gives you a small step up in terms of future-proofing your tech, yet may not give you much of an advantage over wifi 5 unless your router and the rest of your setup is up to scratch. With the latest standard of Bluetooth included, Bluetooth 5, you'll be set for a few more years of ensuring any new peripheral purchased is fully compatible. | ||||
Ethernet | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) |
WIFI | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz) |
MU Mimo Support | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 |
Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
NFC | No | No | No | No |
Power The power supply for the Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 is a 300 W with Barrel/Proprietary so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements. The power supply for the Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 is a 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements. The power supply for the Lenovo 15.6" Legion 5 is a 300 W with Barrel so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements. | ||||
Power Supply | 300 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 300 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 300 W with Barrel |
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