Lenovo Legion M6X

Product Review: Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 (16IRX8)

System Specs:

Pros:

• Processing Power: 13th-gen Core i7-13700HX CPU, 16 GB DDR5-4800 RAM, RTX 4060 MaxQ GPU.
• I/O: USB-A 3.2 Gen 1×1 ports (×4), USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports (×2), HDMI 2.1.
• Charging: 300W power-brick, rapid-charging (40–45 minutes).
• Linux Compatibility: Good support.
• Display: 2560×1600 eDP panel, 165 Hz.
• Others: Smooth touchpad, customizable RGB keyboard.

Cons:

• Durability: Extremely durable, withstood shipping damage.
• Linux Limitations: UEFI/BIOS updates and advanced RGB settings require Windows 11 and Lenovo Vantage.

Lenovo Legion 5 Laptop Review

Pros:

• Strong performance: Matches/exceeds PS5, handles PS4/XBO games flawlessly.
• Excellent keyboard: Similar to ThinkPad, great typing experience.
• Affordable: Significantly cheaper than similar Razer laptops.

Cons:

• Design: Feels plasticky, large, thick, and heavy.
• Fan noise: Requires headphones for gaming audio.
• Occasional crashes/hitches: In Control, Valhalla, and Destiny 2.
• Tech issues: Some games failed to launch or needed tech support.

Verdict: Great value for PC gamers seeking a desktop replacement. Less suitable for those prioritizing portability or preferring console simplicity.

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 Review

Pros:

• High-TDP GPU
• Well-cooled for its thickness
• Sharp, fast 16-inch display
• Excellent keyboard layout
• Sturdy build
• Aggressively priced

Specs:

• Starting at $1,299; tested model $1,549
• AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS CPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 8GB VRAM
• 512GB storage, 2560x1600 resolution, 165Hz refresh rate

Design:

• Anodized aluminum lid, plastic chassis
• 5.17 lbs, 0.92 inches thick
• Full-size SD card reader, multiple USB ports, HDMI, Ethernet

Performance:

• Strong gaming and productivity benchmarks
• Outperformed higher-priced competitors in several tests

Battery:

• 6+ hours battery life, 80Wh battery

Verdict:

• Editors' Choice for midrange gaming laptops due to its performance, design, and value.

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 (14.5-Inch) Review

Pros:

• Outstanding performance
• Well-priced
• Vivid 14.5-inch OLED screen
• Long battery life
• Classy aluminum design

Cons:

• RAM isn't upgradeable
• Average speakers
• Audible fans

Key Specs:

• AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS CPU
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU
• 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
• 2880x1800 OLED, 120Hz refresh rate

Highlights:

• Understated design with a sturdy aluminum chassis
• Good port selection with rear and side options
• Excellent keyboard and touchpad
• Decent webcam with Windows Hello support
• Strong productivity and gaming performance
• Impressive battery life (over 9 hours)

Bottom Line: A compact, affordable gaming laptop with exceptional performance and a stunning OLED display, earning an Editors' Choice award.