Is the OLED screen worth it over an IPS model?

Yes for most gamers. The OLED gives deeper blacks, better contrast and faster pixel response than the IPS panels common on rivals, though it may not get as bright in a sunlit room.

Can the RTX 5060 handle modern games?

It handles 1440p-class gaming well with upscaling and high settings in most titles. It is not a 4K card, so expect to lower settings or resolution for the newest demanding games.

Is 16GB of RAM enough?

For gaming and everyday use, yes. Heavy multitasking, video editing or many browser tabs plus a game can push past it, so check whether the memory is upgradeable if that is your workload.

How does it compare with the previous Legion 5i?

The Gen 10 moves to the RTX 5060 with GDDR7 memory and offers the 165Hz OLED option. The Core i7-14700HX keeps CPU performance high for gaming and work.

What comes in the box?

The laptop itself, in new condition without a retail box. Check the listing for whether a power adapter is included before ordering.

Is it good for school and work as well as gaming?

Yes. The fast CPU and sharp screen suit coursework and productivity, but the size, weight and short battery life make it less ideal for all-day carrying.

Where is the Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 10) cheapest?

At Heartland Computers, for $1,299.95, 30% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 10)?

8 stores we checked sell it, including Heartland Computers, Walmart, Zaytoun Solutions, Newegg.com, Microless.com.

Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 10)

Best price now

$1,299.95at Heartland ComputersChecked 1 h ago

30% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 8 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

Owner feedback on the Legion 5i line is generally positive, with the display and build quality drawing the most praise and fan noise and battery life the most complaints. The Gen 10 OLED screen is the feature buyers single out.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners rate the OLED panel for contrast, color and smooth 165Hz motion.
Fan noiseCriticisedReviewers say the cooling fans ramp up loudly during gaming sessions.
Battery lifeCriticisedUsers report short runtime unplugged, as expected for a gaming laptop.
BuildPraisedBuyers describe the chassis as sturdy and well finished for the class.
MemoryMixedSome owners find 16GB adequate, others want more for heavy multitasking.

About the Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 10)

The Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 10), model 15IRX10, is a gaming laptop with a 15.1-inch OLED display. The screen has a 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate.

It is powered by an Intel Core i7-14700HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics with 8GB of GDDR7 memory. It has 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB NVMe solid state drive, and it runs Windows 11.

It connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and has a backlit keyboard. This unit is Open Box, in new condition, and does not come with a retail box.

Model

Lenovo Legion 5i 15IRX10 (Gen 10)

Display

15.1-inch OLED, 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA), 165Hz

Processor

Intel Core i7-14700HX, 2.1 GHz

Graphics

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 8GB GDDR7

Memory

16GB DDR5

Storage