Which has the better screen for photo and video work?

The Legion 5i. Its 2560x1600 OLED covers deep blacks and wide color, and the listing cites AI-driven color accuracy. The TUF's strength is a 300Hz refresh rate for motion, not color precision.

Which is better for competitive gaming?

The TUF Gaming F16. Its 300Hz panel and 115W RTX 5060 power budget favor high frame rates in fast shooters. The Legion's 165Hz OLED is smoother than a standard panel but slower than 300Hz.

Is the Legion worth the extra $269?

Only if you value the OLED screen and lighter build. The Asus matches it on GPU, RAM and storage and costs $1,229.99 at BrandsMart USA versus $1,499.00 at Walmart for the Legion as of November 6, 2026.

Which is easier to carry to class or a LAN?

The Legion 5i at 1.9 kg and 19.95 mm thick. The TUF is 2.20 kg and ships with a 280W adapter, which adds bulk to the bag.

Can I upgrade the RAM later?

The TUF Gaming F16 supports up to 64GB of DDR5-5600 across SO-DIMM slots. Lenovo does not state a maximum for the Legion 5i's 16GB, so check before buying if you plan to expand.

Which lasts longer unplugged?

The TUF states a 90Wh battery with about 2 hours of YouTube playback, which is modest for gaming. Lenovo gives no battery capacity for the Legion, so the Asus is the only one with a published figure.

Lenovo Legion 5i 15IRX10 vs Asus TUF Gaming F16

Buy the Lenovo Legion 5i if the screen matters most: its 15.1-inch 2560x1600 OLED at 165Hz is sharper and far more vivid than the Asus TUF's panel, and it weighs less at 1.9 kg. Buy the Asus TUF Gaming F16 if you want the stronger GPU power budget (115W versus the Legion's 8GB RTX 5060 setup) and a 300Hz screen for fast shooters. On price, the Asus is cheaper at $1,229.99 at BrandsMart USA as of November 6, 2026, against $1,499.00 at Walmart for the Legion.

Today the Asus TUF Gaming F16 costs $269.01 less at its best price.

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