Lenovo Legion line gaming laptops has been ahead of the trend in several areas over the years. I’ve reviewed countless models and have almost always been impressed with the combination of features and unmatched performance.
IN CES 2025Lenovo has unveiled its updated line of 10th-generation Legion gaming laptops, as well as several new Legion desktops and an updated Legion Tab gaming tablet that’s ideal for game streaming.
The flagship Legion Pro 7i 16 (10th generation) is the one I’m focusing on the most; it’s been redesigned to work with NVIDIA RTX 5000 laptop GPUs, and the redesign comes at the price of giving up one of my favorite features.
Legion Pro 7i 16 (10th generation) has a completely new look
Lenovo had one of the first gaming laptops with a bunch of ports on the back and a few more inputs on the sides. Today this design is much more common, and indeed it is still found on many Lenovo gaming PCs. This makes cable management easier and allows for a more consistent setup without your laptop looking like a hospital patient with cables running every which way.
With update to Latest Intel HX Series Processors and fresh NVIDIA products PTX 5000 Laptop GPUs – this design is no longer an option. On the new 16-inch Legion Pro 7i (Gen 10), the ports have been moved completely back to the left and right edges, leaving the back of the PC completely reserved for the exhaust. The changes are obvious if you look at our Legion Pro 7i 16 (9th Gen) Review.
The laptop’s lid remains at the front of the base, leaving room for thick exhaust vents surrounded by RGB lighting. The upgraded exhaust system is part of the Legion Coldfront Vapor thermal system, enhanced to work with the laptop’s RTX 5090 GPU. A sealed chamber with extra-large copper heat pipes encloses the CPU and GPU chips, keeping heat away from the rest of the system.
The cooling system upgrade allows Lenovo to increase the TDP of the Legion Pro 7i (10th generation) to 250 W without throttling. As you’d expect from Lenovo gaming laptops, the built-in AI Engine+ automatically balances CPU and GPU power to keep everything running smoothly.
In terms of displays, you get a 16-inch OLED panel with QHD+ resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time. Dolby Vision500 nits brightness, HDR support and NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility.
Lenovo expects its new flagship gaming laptop to go on sale in March 2025, starting at $2,399. Here’s a look at the Legion Pro 7i 16 (Gen 10 specs), as well as its also announced Legion Pro 5 and 5i models.
| Characteristics | Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16 (10th generation) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 (10th generation) | Legion Pro 5 16 (10th generation) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 Home/Professional | Windows 11 Home/Professional | Windows 11 Home/Professional |
| CPU | Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX |
| Graphics | Laptop GPU up to NVIDIA RTX 5090 (175W) | Laptop GPU up to NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti (140W) | Laptop GPU up to NVIDIA RTX 5070 (115W) |
| Memory | Up to 64 GB DDR5-6400 MHz | Up to 32 GB DDR5-6400 MHz | Up to 32 GB DDR5-6400 MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2 x 1TB M.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs | Up to 2 x 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs | Up to 2 x 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs |
| Display | 16 inches, OLED up to QHD+, 240 Hz, 1 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits, VESA TrueBlack 500, Dolby Vision, G-SYNC | 16 inches, OLED up to QHD+, 165 Hz, 1 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits, VESA TrueBlack 500, Dolby Vision, G-SYNC | 16 inches, OLED up to QHD+, 165 Hz, 1 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits, VESA TrueBlack 500, Dolby Vision, G-SYNC |
| Camera | 5 MP, privacy shutter | 5 MP, privacy shutter | 5 MP, privacy shutter |
| Audio | Four speakers | Dual 2W speakers | Dual 2W speakers |
| Ports | Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C (140W PD), USB-A 3.2 (Gen 2), 2x USB-A 3.2 (Gen 1), 2.5G Ethernet, 3.5mm audio combo | Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C (140W PD), USB-A 3.2 (Gen 2), 2x USB-A 3.2 (Gen 1), 1G Ethernet, 3.5mm combo audio jack | USB-C (10 Gbps, DP 2.1), USB-C (PD 140 W), HDMI 2.1, USB-A 3.2 (2nd generation), 2 x USB-A 3.2 (1st generation), 1G Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio combo jack |
| Battery | Up to 99.99 Wh | 80 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Wireless communication | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Price | From US$2399 | From $1499 | From $1399 |
| Availability | March 2025 | May 2025 | June 2025 |
The Intel-powered Legion Pro 5i (10th Gen) and AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 (10th Gen) are more affordable alternatives to the powerful Pro 7i. They get a similar redesign that removes the rear ports to make room for a beefier exhaust, and they have what Lenovo calls the Coldfront Hyperthermal System.
While there is no RTX 5090, the Intel version will support the 140W RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, while the AMD version will support the 115W RTX 5070 laptop GPU. The latest Intel and AMD HX series processors deliver exceptional performance.
Lenovo Unveils More Legion Gaming Devices at CES 2025
The updated Legion Pro gaming laptop may be getting a lot of attention—especially for all the rear-port setup fans out there—but Lenovo also unveiled updated non-Pro Legion gaming laptops, Legion gaming desktops, and a gaming tablet.
The Legion 7i 16 (10th generation) is 10% thinner and 7% lighter than its 9th generation predecessor, but still retains the 16-inch OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate. It’s powered by the rear ports, but its cooling system has been redesigned to work better with RTX 5000 GPUs; Lenovo says it’s 7 dB quieter. The Legion 7i 16 (Gen 9) is expected to ship in June 2025, starting at $1,599.
There are two new 15-inch Legion 5/5i laptops on the way that will provide a more affordable alternative. They are equipped with the latest Intel and AMD processors, as well as laptop GPUs (up to RTX 5070). These laptops are 13% thinner and lighter than the previous generation and are available in resolutions up to QHD+. OLED display with a refresh rate of 165 Hz. Both Legion 5/5i laptops are expected to ship in May 2025, with the AMD model starting at $1,149.
| Characteristics | Lenovo Legion 5i 15 (10th generation) | Lenovo Legion 5 15 (10th generation) |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 Home/Professional | Windows 11 Home/Professional |
| CPU | Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Up to AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (115W) | NVIDIA RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (115W) |
| Memory | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 MHz | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2 x 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs | Up to 2 x 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs |
| Display | 15.1 inches, OLED up to QHD+, VRR 165 Hz, 1 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 400 nits, Dolby Vision | 15.1 inches, OLED up to QHD+, VRR 165 Hz, 1 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 400 nits, Dolby Vision |
| Camera | Up to 5 MP, protective shutter | Up to 5 MP, privacy shutter |
| Audio | Dual 2W speakers | Dual 2W speakers |
| Ports | Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 3.2 (2nd generation), 3 x USB-A 3.2 (1st generation), 1G Ethernet, 3.5mm audio combo | Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 3.2 (2nd generation), 3 x USB-A 3.2 (1st generation), 1G Ethernet, 3.5mm audio combo |
| Battery | Up to 80 Wh | Up to 80 Wh |
| Wireless communication | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Price | From $1299 | From $1149 |
| Availability | May 2025 | May 2025 |
Three new Legion towers have been announced – Legion Tower 7i (34L), Legion Tower 5i (30L) and Legion Tower 5 (30L). The Intel-based 7i/5i models feature the new Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processors, while the Legion Tower 5 will feature an AMD Ryzen 7950X3D processor.
It doesn’t look like NVIDIA’s latest GPUs will find their way into these PCs, as Lenovo is instead favoring RTX 4000 cards. The Legion Tower 7i is expected to launch in April 2025, starting at $3,299.99, while the Tower 5i should available in May starting at $1,199.99. There’s no word yet on pricing or availability for Legion Tower 5.
Finally, a new gaming tablet has arrived. The 8.8-inch Lenovo Legion Tab (3rd Gen) is powered by the 3rd Gen Snapdragon 8 processor with Android 14 OS installed. The real highlight is the 2.5K resolution touch display with a 165Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming experience.
Windows Central’s Zachary Boddy reviewed the new Legion Tab (3rd generation), noting that “it feels slim, premium, and much lighter than I expected. The display also looks great and is very smooth. There are two USB ports; one at the bottom and one at the side.”
It’s worth noting that while this is not a Windows device, the Legion (Gen 3) Tab simply fits into Razer Kishi Ultra. The additional controller combined with Xbox Cloud Gaming should appeal to a lot of people who like to game anywhere. Expect the Legion Tab to launch in January 2025 with prices starting at $499.99.