Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
The Verdict
These laptops target different priorities within the gaming and productivity space. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i dominates raw performance with its 24-core Intel Core i9-14900HX, 32 GB DDR5 RAM, and 1 TB storage, making it a powerhouse for demanding workloads and gaming at 240Hz refresh rate. Its 16-inch QHD+ display at 500 nits with exceptional responsiveness suits competitive gaming perfectly. However, you'll sacrifice portability with 2.49 kg weight and gaming yields only 5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro takes the opposite approach: weighing just 1.56 kg with an impressive 18-hour battery makes it genuinely mobile for professionals prioritizing flexibility. Its Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 2880 x 1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh offers superior color accuracy and smoothness for content creation, though the Intel Core Ultra 7 265V with 16 GB RAM handles everyday tasks and light creative work, not intensive gaming. Storage is limited at 512 GB versus the Lenovo's 1 TB. At $1599 versus $1449, the Lenovo justifies its premium for serious gamers and power users, while the Samsung wins for mobile professionals needing all-day battery and travel-friendly design. Choose the Lenovo for performance, the Samsung for portability and battery endurance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4070 with high TGP delivers excellent 1440p gaming
- →32 GB DDR5 RAM and 1 TB SSD in base config
- →240Hz QHD+ display with 500-nit brightness
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro if…
- →Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- →18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- →Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4070 with high TGP delivers excellent 1440p gaming
- 32 GB DDR5 RAM and 1 TB SSD in base config
- 240Hz QHD+ display with 500-nit brightness
- Excellent thermal performance thanks to Legion Coldfront cooling
- Solid port selection with four USB-A ports
Cons
- Heavy at 2.49 kg — not ideal for daily carry
- Battery life plummets under gaming load
- Design is gamer-focused — not discrete in professional settings
- Loud fans at sustained loads
- Requires large power adapter
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
Pros
- Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- 18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
- Galaxy ecosystem integration with Samsung phones and tablets
- HDMI and SD card slot included despite the thin chassis
Cons
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265V is efficient but not a performance powerhouse
- No discrete GPU for gaming or heavy creative work
- 512 GB base storage is tight at this price
- AMOLED panel can drain battery faster at high brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.49 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum lid with plastic base | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 358.0 x 264.9 x 21.5 mm | 14.04 x 9.86 x 0.47 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 4 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours gaming | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS QHD+ 240Hz | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 24-core (8P+16E) | 8 cores (4P + 4E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V |
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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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