Lenovo Legion 5i Gen 9 (2024)

Launched Feb 2024 · Gaming

61
OkayGifng score of the starting version; up to 62 for the top version
Good for gamingGood for performanceGood for display

Usual price₹1,27,490

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Versions

The same laptop is sold with different processors, graphics, memory and screens. Each version has its own score.

  • i7-14650HX · RTX 4050 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 165HzIPS · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · 83DG004RIN
    61
  • i7-14650HX · RTX 4050 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 165HzIPS · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · 83DG00LEIN
    61
  • i7-14650HX · RTX 4060 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 165HzIPS · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · 83DG00LFIN
    62

Where to buy

Usual price ₹1,27,490 · launch price ₹1,29,940

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Score breakdown

Performance
86
Battery
6
Display
82
Portability & build
46
Graphics
79
Memory & storage
86
Features
60

For the starting version. Each part is measured the same way for every laptop (processor and graphics from benchmark results) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • CPU and games run fast for the money
  • Sharp, accurate high-refresh screen
  • Solid compact build that hides fingerprints
  • Plenty of ports and simple to upgrade
  • Can be near-silent for light work
  • Strong in games and heavy apps
  • Cooler and quieter than most rivals

Cons

  • Fans are loud in games
  • No Thunderbolt and no face unlock
  • Card reader is slow
  • Much slower on battery
  • Lenovo's AI chip adds nothing
  • Some backlight glow on dark scenes
  • Short battery life (about 4 hours in PCMark 10)
  • NotebookcheckJan 2024

    Tested i7-14650HX, RTX 4060 (115W + boost), 16GB, 240Hz 500-nit screen (global model; India versions have a 165Hz 350-nit panel): a fast, well-priced mid-range gamer let down mostly by fan noise and a few missing extras.

  • TechRadarAug 2024

    Tested i7-14650HX, RTX 4070 (140W), 32GB, 165Hz (Australian model): games better than average and runs quieter than rivals; great value on discount, less so at full price.

  • Exhibit TechJul 2024

    Tested India model i7-14650HX, RTX 4060, 16GB/1TB, 165Hz WQXGA: not a flagship, but a well-built mid-to-upper gaming laptop with a sharp screen and good connectivity.

Full specs

Battery
Battery80 Wh
Battery test4 h (TechRadar PCMark 10 battery test (RTX 4070 version))
Charger230 W, charges over USB-C
Build
Weight2.36 kg
Thickness25.2 mm
Materialaluminium lid, plastic (PC-ABS) bottom
Keyboard & more
KeyboardRGB backlit, number pad
Webcam1080p with e-shutter
Fingerprint / face unlockNo
Speakersstereo, Nahimic Audio
Connections
Ports2× USB-C, 3× USB-A, HDMI 2.1, SD card, Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Other
CoolingHolds high CPU and GPU power well and is quiet on the Quiet profile, but fans reach about 50-56 dB(A) while gaming in Balanced/Performance (Notebookcheck); TechRadar found it quieter than similar gaming laptops.
Warranty1 year
ColoursLuna Grey

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