Lenovo Legion 5 15.1" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop
Bottom line: The Lenovo Legion 5 15.1" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the memory & ram category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ ✔【Memory & Storage】 16GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 megahertz and 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storag;
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
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SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Lenovo Legion 5 15.1" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Lenovo's memory & ram lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for memory & ram of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- ✔【Memory & Storage】 16GB SODIMM DDR5-5600 megahertz and 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storag;
- ✔【Processor】 Intel Core i7-14700HX, 20C (8P + 12E) / 28T, P-core 2.1 / 5.5GHz, E-core 1.5 / 3.9GHz, 33MB Intel Smart Cache;
- ✔【Screen】 15.1" WQXGA (2560x1600) OLED 1000nits (peak) / 500nits (typical) glossy, 100% DCI-P3, 165Hz, Dolby Vision, DisplayHDR True Black 600;
- ✔【Graphics】 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7, Boost Clock 2662MHz, TGP 115W, 440 AI TOPS;
- ✔【Camera】 5.0MP with E-shutter
- ✔【Connectivity】 2x USB-A; 1x USB-A, Always On; 1x USB-C, with USB PD 95-100W and DisplayPort 2.1; 1x USB-C, with DisplayPort 1.4; 1x HDMI 2.1, up to 8K/60Hz; 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm); 1x Ethernet (RJ-45); 1x Slim tip Power connector; Wi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2x2 + BT5.4;
Full Specifications
| Brand | Lenovo |
|---|---|
| Color | Eclipse Black |
| CPU Model | Intel Core i7 |
| CPU Speed | 2.1 GHz |
| Model Name | Legion 5 15IRX10 |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Screen Size | 15.1 inches |
| Connectivity | USB-C, WiFi |
| Display Type | OLED |
| Built-In Media | Computer, Charger, User Guide, 2TB USB Flash Drive |
| Hard Disk Size | 1 TB |
| Hard-Drive Size | 1 TB |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 20 |
| Processor Speed | 2.1 GHz |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| CPU Model Number | Intel Core i7-14700HX |
| Processor Series | Intel Core i7 |
| Graphics Ram Type | GDDR7 |
| Hard Disk Interface | Solid State |
| Full listing title | Lenovo Legion 5 15.1" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop, GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7, Intel i7-14700HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, 5.0MP Camera, Wi-Fi 7, Win11, Black, w/2TB USB Drive, W/GaLiMu |
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Lenovo Legion 5 15.1" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop, GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7, Intel i7-14700HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, 5.0MP Camera, Wi-Fi 7, Win11, Black, w/2TB USB Drive, W/GaLiMu is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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