I’ve been researching gaming laptops for a few months now that fit my price range and I’ve been eyeing this one and finally decided to just give it a shot. Best decision I’ve made. It is perfect for my all my needs. (Gaming, editing, work, streaming) It’s fast, with several different functions that change performance and quality. It never gets hot, the fans can be loud depending on the setting I use. The oled screen is beautiful. I can go on and on. I’m still new to gaming laptops, I have a lot to learn..but I’m glad I went with this one as my 1st.

I recently picked up this 2025 Legion Pro 5 from Best Buy, and I am blown away by the value Lenovo is offering this year. If you are looking for a gaming laptop that balances top-tier build quality with high-end visuals, this is it. Display: The 2.5K OLED screen is the absolute star of the show. Coming from a standard IPS panel, the "true blacks" and vibrant colors make a massive difference in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Baldur’s Gate 3. The 165Hz refresh rate keeps everything buttery smooth, and at 500 nits, it’s plenty bright even for daytime use. Performance: Don’t let the "5060" tag fool you—the new RTX 50-series architecture paired with the Ryzen 7 8745HX is a beast. With 32GB of RAM already included, I haven’t run into a single bottleneck. It handles AAA titles on High/Ultra settings with ease, and the 1TB SSD gives me enough room for my core library right out of the box. Thermals & Build: Lenovo’s Coldfront Hyper cooling system is legit. Even during long gaming sessions, the fans stay surprisingly quiet in "Balanced" mode, and the keyboard stays cool to the touch. Speaking of the keyboard, the TrueStrike keys feel great for both typing and gaming. Pros: • Stunning 2.5K OLED display (best in its class). • Comes with 32GB RAM – no need for immediate upgrades. • Excellent cooling and thermal management. • Sleek, professional "Eclipse Black" look that doesn't scream "gamer" too loudly. Cons: • Battery life is typical for a gaming laptop (get used to the charger for heavy tasks). • The black finish picks up fingerprints easily, so keep a microfiber cloth handy!

I’ve had the laptop about 2 weeks now. The performance is top notch. 9.5/10 I minused a .5 because compared to my Asus Vivobook 14 pro, it experiences a lag after booting up when it’s time to press enter and sign in, lagging a second before you can type the password. That’s nothing significant at all but in comparison to my asus it’s just something I myself can mark down. I use the laptop for my architecture classes and this laptop was a great choice to run revit and autocad. The laptop’s design is beautiful. I love the design. It gets hot closer to the top near the screen in performance mode but the fan does a good job cooling My 2 issues with the laptop that are a deterrent are the battery life and power LED (the light around the power button that can change colors depending on the laptop performance mode) For a laptop this amazing, the battery life kills the product. Even on light work the battery is terrible. 3/10 The Power LED is a major distraction and cannot be dimmed nor turned off, especially when it’s red. It’s also hard on the eyes. I wish there was a way they would make it more discreet or able to be manipulated as it serves a significant purpose. I would recommend this laptop but you must be willing to put up with these 2 major drawbacks and create your own solutions

The Lenovo Legion 5 is a strong starter laptop for anyone getting into gaming, graphic design, or even heavier creative work like 3D modeling and rendering. Performance-wise, it definitely delivers. I’ve seen noticeable improvements in render speeds compared to my previous machine, and the processor handles demanding tasks pretty smoothly. That said, battery life is probably the biggest downside. If you’re planning to work unplugged for long stretches, this may not be the best choice. During intensive 3D modeling and rendering sessions, I average around 45 minutes on battery, which is typical for performance laptops but still something to keep in mind. The cooling system works well, but the fans can get pretty loud under heavy workloads. The RGB lighting is a nice aesthetic touch, especially for gaming setups, though it does contribute to additional battery drain. Overall, if performance matters more than portability or battery life, the Legion 5 is a solid choice. It’s powerful, reliable for creative work and gaming, and a great option as long as the shorter battery life and louder fans aren’t deal breakers.

This has by far been the best purchase I've made. Everything is fast and responsive. My favorite thing is that the laptop remains to be cool and not have the fans be really loud while it's set on Quite mode and that's all you really need and is what I've had it set to for all the games that I've tested. But, if you happen to need a little power boost you can change to either Balanced or Performance mode. The screen is really pretty and the resolution on games looks really nice. I was a little worried about potential damage for delivery, however with how it's shipped and packaged it's snuggly secure so any accidental damage shouldn't be too much of a worry. Overall, I would recommend this! I did purchase this during the winter sale, so the current price may not be worth it for some people, but for what I paid for, it absolutely was.