Outside of these head-to-head GPU comparisons, the frame rates here are
objectively good. The RTX 2060 is perhaps better than some may think as
Nvidia’s entry-level RTX GPU, even without considering its addition of ray-
tracing capabilities over the GTX series. It produced well above 60fps in these
tests, in fact closer to 100fps in AAA titles, while less-demanding games will
approach the 144fps ceiling.
Battery rundown test: After fully recharging the laptop, we set up the
machine in power-save mode (as opposed to balanced or high-performance
mode) where available and make a few other battery-conserving tweaks in
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with screen brightness set at 50 percent and volume at 100 percent until the
system quits.
The Legion 5i outlived its competitors. This result means the 5i can serve as
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of the day. It doesn’t come close to rivaling the 15- or 20-plus-hour life of some
ultraportables, but it’s long for a gaming laptop.
A SOLID ALL-ROUNDER AT A REASONABLE PRICE
There’s plenty to like about the Legion 5i, from its sturdy build to solid gaming
performance. It’s not the lightest or most exciting design, but it feels well made
and includes some advanced features. The keyboard is improved over past
iterations, and the webcam placement is more sensible. Add a GPU that just
about matches the performance of a more expensive option from previous-
generation Legion laptops, as well as a superior processor, and this is an overall
better value than before.
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unbeatable midrange value, and some premium gaming rigs deliver more power
on the high end, but it strongly occupies an appealing space between.
MATTHEW BUZZI
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