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Lenovo Legion 5 Review: Fast, OLED-Powered Gaming Under $1,100

Gaming laptops under ₹1 lakh ($1,050) rarely offer premium displays, but Lenovo’s Legion 5 breaks the mold with its 15.6-inch OLED screen, AMD Ryzen 7 power, and RTX 4050 graphics. Priced aggressively at $1,050 (approx. ₹87,500), does this laptop justify the hype? Let’s dive in.

OLED Display: Is It Worth the Hype?

The Legion 5’s 15.6-inch OLED panel is its crown jewel—rare at this price. Key specs:
– 120Hz refresh rate for fluid gameplay
– 100% DCI-P3 color for vibrant visuals
– 1ms response time (ideal for esports)
– True blacks & high contrast (OLED advantage)

For gamers and creators, this display is a game-changer, though casual users might find it excessive.

Performance: Ryzen 7 + RTX 4050 = Smooth Gaming?

Hardware highlights:
– AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS (8-core CPU)
– NVIDIA RTX 4050 (6GB GDDR6)
– 16GB DDR5 RAM + 1TB NVMe SSD

Real-world performance:
– 1080p Ultra settings: 60+ FPS in AAA titles (Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring)
– Esports dominance: 144+ FPS in CS2, Valorant (thanks to DLSS 3)
– Content creation: Handles 4K video editing smoothly

Cooling & Build: Does It Stay Cool Under Pressure?

Lenovo’s ColdFront 5.0 cooling (dual fans + vapor chamber) keeps temps in check, even during extended sessions. The aluminum chassis feels premium and durable.

Ports, Keyboard & Battery Life

Connectivity:
– 2x USB-C (DP + Power Delivery)
– 3x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, SD card reader
– 4-zone RGB keyboard (1.5mm travel)

Battery: 5-6 hours (light use) | Expect <2 hours while gaming.

Price in India & Final Verdict

• US price: $1,050 | India price: ~₹90,000-95,000
• Competitors: ASUS TUF (IPS) & HP Victus (lower refresh rate)

Pros:
✅ Best-in-class OLED display
✅ Strong 1080p gaming performance
✅ Robust cooling system

Cons:
❌ Average battery life
❌ Heavier than ultrabooks (2.4kg)

Rating: 8.7/10 – A no-brainer for gamers prioritizing display quality under ₹1 lakh.

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