Lenovo has kicked off preorders for its cutting-edge Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 gaming laptop, set for release in 2025. This powerhouse is packed with top-of-the-line features, including the latest Intel processor and Nvidia graphics card, a stunning high-resolution OLED display, and ample RAM and SSD storage right out of the box. Even though it's still listed as a preorder, Lenovo has begun shipping these laptops, with deliveries expected as early as late April.
New Release: Lenovo Legion Pro RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 16" 2560x1600 OLED Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop with 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD
$3,599.99 at Lenovo
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is equipped with a 16" 2560x1600 240Hz OLED display, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and 2TB (2x1TB) of SSD storage. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX significantly outpaces the Core Ultra 9 185H CPU found in previous generation flagship laptops, which prioritized energy efficiency over raw power. Unlike the 185H, the 275HX is a true successor to the i9-14900HX and pairs perfectly with the GeForce RTX 5080 mobile GPU.
Other cutting-edge features of the Legion Pro include support for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C with up to 140W Power Delivery, Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 (40Gbps), and a USB Type-A port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 specifications. The laptop retains an RJ45 ethernet port, which is increasingly rare, and includes a privacy shutter for the webcam. The chassis, made from aluminum and magnesium, ensures durability and a premium feel.
We've reviewed an RTX 5080 equipped gaming laptop
Although we haven't yet had the chance to test Lenovo's latest Legion laptop, we've reviewed a gaming laptop equipped with the RTX 5080 GPU. The RTX 5080 offers only a slight improvement over the RTX 4080 in raw rasterized performance but significantly enhances performance in games that support DLSS 4.0 with multi-frame generation. The Gigabyte Aorus Master laptop, featuring an RTX 5080 with a 150W TGP rating and a 2560x1600 display, mirrors the specs of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, suggesting similar gaming performance.
Gigabyte Aorus Master 16" RTX 5080 Laptop Review by Chris Coke
"Here's the thing: Nvidia hasn't been shy about tying the 50-series to its AI capabilities rather than focusing solely on native rendering performance. Though the RTX 5080 performs disappointingly close to the RTX 4080, this gap narrows significantly when playing games that support multi-frame generation. While 'fake frames' have become somewhat of a meme, the technology can be truly impressive and dramatically boost performance when implemented correctly. Performance can vary from game to game, depending on how well it manages latency. For instance, Alan Wake 2 might feel a bit more laggy at higher multiplier settings, while Cyberpunk 2077 does not. With technologies like multi-frame generation and neural shaders coming to future games, there's a strong case for investing in these future technologies. However, buyers are essentially purchasing based on promises while Nvidia and game developers continue to add support to new and existing titles."
