Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) vs Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16
The Verdict
The Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 is the cheaper of the two at $999 versus $1,499, a difference of about $500. The Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) stands out for fully modular: user-upgradable cpu, gpu, ram, storage, ports, while Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 is praised for strong intel core ultra 7 performance at an accessible price. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) if…
- →Fully modular: user-upgradable CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, ports
- →RTX 5070 GPU module available ($700, 100W TGP)
- →165Hz 2560x1600 G-SYNC display
Buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 if…
- →Strong Intel Core Ultra 7 performance at an accessible price
- →2.5K 120Hz IPS display is excellent for the tier
- →Full port suite including SD card and USB-A
Pros & Cons
Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300)
Pros
- Fully modular: user-upgradable CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, ports
- RTX 5070 GPU module available ($700, 100W TGP)
- 165Hz 2560x1600 G-SYNC display
- 240W USB-C charging
- Official Linux support
Cons
- 2.1 kg is heavy for a 16-inch laptop
- Base price $1499 before GPU module
- Modular design adds thickness (17.95mm)
- Battery life average for the class
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16
Pros
- Strong Intel Core Ultra 7 performance at an accessible price
- 2.5K 120Hz IPS display is excellent for the tier
- Full port suite including SD card and USB-A
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD
- 84 Wh battery supports all-day use
Cons
- Plastic base panel feels less premium
- Display brightness of 350 nits is modest
- No discrete GPU on base model
- Fans audible under sustained workloads
- Heavier than comparable ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 / Linux (officially supported) | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 1.98 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum, modular expansion bays | Aluminum lid with plastic base |
| Dimensions | 17.95 mm thick | 356.2 x 248.2 x 18.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| USB-A ports | 0 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 6 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 0 | 1 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 11 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 85 Wh | 84 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS, G-SYNC | 2.5K IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 350 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | Up to 4 TB NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR5 | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 12 cores / 24 threads | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (12-core) | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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