Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022)
ManufacturerLenovo
Product familyIdeaPad
Release dateJanuary 2022;
4 years ago (2022-01)
Introductory priceUSD 998 to 1000
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
CPUAMD Ryzen 5 6600HS
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
Memory16 GB LPDDR5-6400 (onboard)
Memory slotsNone (soldered)
Storage512 GB or 1 TB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Storage slots1 user accessible
Removable storageSD Card Reader
DisplayScreen size: 16 inch
Panel type: IPS
Coating: Anti-glare
Resolution: 2560 x 1600
PPI: 189
Aspect ratio: 16:10
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Brightness: 350 nits
sRGB: 100 %
VRR: G-SYNC®
Screen-to-body ratio:
GraphicsAMD Radeon 660M
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB GDDR6
SoundStereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Dolby Atmos®
CameraFront: 1080p FHD IR camera with ToF Sensor
TouchpadButtonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, supports Precision TouchPad (PTP), 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches)
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6, 11ax 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.1
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
1 x USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Power Delivery and DisplayPort™)
1 x HDMI® 2.0
DimensionsW: 35.6 centimetres (14.0 in)
D: 25.1 centimetres (9.9 in)
H: 1.69 centimetres (0.67 in)
Mass1.95 kilograms (4.3 lb)
Power brick135W Slim Tip (3-pin)
Battery75 Wh Li-ion Polymer
KeyboardBacklit, English (US)
ChassisColor: Storm Grey
Materials: Aluminium (Top), Aluminium (Bottom)
Number padNo
Fingerprint readerNo
Facial recognitionYes (Windows Hello)
Special featuresTÜV Low Blue Light, TCON
WebsiteLenovo

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) is a versatile laptop designed for everyday tasks, multimedia use, and casual gaming. It features AMD Ryzen processors and Nvidia or AMD graphics, making it suitable for a range of applications. The laptop is available in a Storm Grey finish and offers a robust, all-metal construction.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) can be configured with the following processors[1]:

  • AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS with 6 cores and 12 threads, 3.3 GHz base clock, 4.5 GHz boost clock, 3 MB L2 cache, and 16 MB L3 cache.
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800H with 8 cores and 16 threads, 3.2 GHz base clock, 4.4 GHz boost clock, 4 MB L2 cache, and 16 MB L3 cache.

The AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS is designed for efficient performance, maintaining consistent output under load and excelling in multi-threaded tasks. The Ryzen 7 5800H, while not the latest in AMD's lineup, still delivers strong performance for demanding applications like image and video editing.[2][3]

Reviewers have noted that the Ryzen 5 6600HS outperforms many competitors in multi-threaded tasks, while the Ryzen 7 5800H provides good overall performance in 2D business and creative applications. However, the Ryzen 7 5800H falls behind Intel's Core i7-1260P and Core i7-12700H in synthetic benchmarks.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Cinebench R15 Multi: ~1618 points[2]
  • Cinebench R23 Multi: ~9131 points[2]
  • Geekbench 5 Single/Multi: ~1476 / 7160 points (Ryzen 7 5800H)[3]
  • PCMark 10: ~6521 points[3]

Graphics

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) offers the following GPU configurations[1]:

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 is designed for casual gaming, running at a maximum of 55W. It is capable of handling most games at 1080p with medium to high settings, achieving frame rates of 30 to 40 fps. The integrated AMD Radeon 660M performs similarly to Intel's Iris Xe Graphics G7 but struggles with modern gaming at high settings.[3][2]

Reviewers have noted that the RTX 3050 provides adequate performance for casual gaming and multimedia use, while the Radeon 660M is suitable for less demanding tasks.[3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • 3DMark Fire Strike: ~4664 points (Radeon 660M)[2]
  • 3DMark Time Spy: ~1776 points (Radeon 660M)[2]
  • Borderlands 3 (Full HD): ~31.22 fps (RTX 3050)[3]
  • Horizon Zero Dawn (Full HD): ~39 fps (RTX 3050)[3]

Memory

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) supports dual-channel memory and comes with the following configuration[1]:

  • 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 RAM (onboard)

The memory is soldered, making it non-upgradeable. The RAM is fast and adequate for multitasking and demanding applications.[3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~51793 MB/s[2]
  • AIDA64 Memory Read: ~45229 MB/s[2]
  • AIDA64 Memory Write: ~91272 MB/s[2]

Storage

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) offers the following storage options[1]:

  • 512 GB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • 1 TB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

The storage is user-replaceable, and the SSD offers fast read and write speeds. Reviewers have noted that the SSD provides excellent performance, with some variations under heavy load.[3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • CrystalDiskMark Sequential Read: ~4687.88 MB/s[2]
  • CrystalDiskMark Sequential Write: ~2697.07 MB/s[2]
  • AS SSD Score Total: ~5933 points[2]

Co-processors

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) does not include any additional co-processors.[1]

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) features a backlit keyboard with large, well-spaced keys. The typing action is rock solid, providing a nice tactile response with enough travel. Reviewers have noted that the keyboard is comfortable for extended typing sessions, though the left Shift and CTRL keys could be larger.[3][2]

Touchpad

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) features a buttonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, measuring 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches). The touchpad is responsive and supports gestures and two-finger scrolling effectively. Some reviewers had to adjust the cursor speed in Windows to achieve their usual sensitivity.[3][2]

Webcam

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) comes with a 1080p FHD IR camera with a ToF Sensor. The webcam supports Windows Hello face recognition and offers decent video quality, though it can be grainy in low light. The exposure and color balance are generally good, making it suitable for video calls.[3][2]

Microphone

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) includes integrated dual array digital microphones. Reviewers have noted that the microphone quality is average, suitable for video calls but not exceptional.[2]

Output Devices

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Display

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) features a 16-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. The display offers excellent color accuracy, high contrast, and good brightness levels, with a measured brightness of 426 cd/m². The screen has a contrast ratio of 1297:1 and covers 100% of the sRGB color space.[1][3][2]

The display is praised for its vivid and crisp visuals, though it has an anti-glare coating that reduces reflections. The display supports G-SYNC® and is TÜV Low Blue Light certified.[3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum Brightness: ~426 cd/m²[2]
  • ΔE Color: ~0.32[3]
  • Brightness Distribution: ~91%[2]

Audio

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) comes with stereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Dolby Atmos®. The speakers provide clear audio for video streaming and video chats at low volumes, but the sound can become boxy and constrained at higher volumes. For gaming or watching movies, using headphones is recommended.[3][2]

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) offers Wi-Fi 6 (11ax 2x2) and Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity.[1]

Reviewers have noted that the Wi-Fi performance is average, with some limitations in range and speed.[2]

Benchmarks:

  • iperf3 transmit: ~795 MBit/s[2]

Bluetooth

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) includes Bluetooth 5.1.[1]

SD Card Reader

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) includes an SD card reader, adding convenience for users who need to transfer files from cameras or other devices.[1]

USB

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) is equipped with the following USB ports[1]:

  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
  • 1 x USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Power Delivery and DisplayPort™)

Reviewers have noted that the port selection is good, providing flexible connectivity options.[3][2]

Display Outputs

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) includes the following display outputs[1]:

  • 1 x HDMI 2.0
  • 1 x USB-C with DisplayPort

The HDMI port connects directly to the dedicated GPU, supporting external monitors effectively.[3][2]

Case

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) features an all-metal construction available in Storm Grey. The laptop is robust and provides a high-quality feel, with dimensions of 35.6 centimetres (14.0 in) x 25.1 centimetres (9.9 in) x 1.69 centimetres (0.67 in) and a weight starting at 1.95 kilograms (4.3 lb).[1]

The design is business-like and professional, making it suitable for various environments. Reviewers have praised the build quality, noting that it feels extremely robust.[3][2]

Maintenance

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) is designed to be user-serviceable to some extent. The bottom panel is secured by screws, making it relatively easy to open. However, the RAM is soldered and not upgradeable, limiting future enhancements.[2]

Upgradeable components:[2]

  • M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSD (user-replaceable)
  • Battery (user-replaceable)

Cooling System

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) features a cooling system that maintains reasonable temperatures under load. The cooling system is effective, keeping surface temperatures manageable even under heavy load.[2]

Heat

The cooling system is effective, keeping surface temperatures manageable even under heavy load. The warmest area is the keyboard center, but it remains cooler than expected for a small chassis.[2]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum upper side: ~46 °C[2]
  • Maximum bottom: ~48 °C[2]

Noise

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) is praised for its quiet operation. The laptop is effectively silent during light tasks, and even under load, the fan noise is not overly distracting.[2]

Benchmarks:

  • Idle: ~25-28 dB(A)[2]
  • Load: ~35-44 dB(A)[2]

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) ships with a 135W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter. The laptop is efficient in its power usage, with a compact and light power supply.[1][2]

Benchmarks:

  • Off / Standby: ~0.4 W[2]
  • Idle: ~4-13 W[2]
  • Load: ~61-88 W[2]

Battery Life

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) comes with a 75 Wh Li-ion Polymer battery. The battery supports fast charging, with Lenovo claiming it can charge up to 50% in 30 minutes. Reviewers have noted that the battery life is impressive, with around nine hours of light use.[1][3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • WiFi Websurfing: ~9h 48min[2]
  • PC Mark 10 Modern Office: ~9h 9min[3]
  • Gaming: ~1h[3]

Biometrics

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) supports Windows Hello face recognition through its 1080p IR camera. The facial recognition is quick and reliable for logging in and authorizing purchases.[3][4]

Software

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) ships with Windows 11 Home, providing a modern operating system experience. The laptop comes with several preinstalled Lenovo apps and software.

Preinstalled Software

  • Lenovo Vantage: Offers various system adjustments and performance profiles.
  • Office Trial: A trial version of Microsoft Office.
  • Dolby Atmos: For audio enhancements.
  • McAfee LiveSafe™ (30-day trial version)
  • Lenovo Utility
  • Lenovo System Update

Linux Support

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) has limited Linux support. While it can run Linux distributions, some features like Wi-Fi and touchpad gestures may require additional drivers or configurations.[2]

Accessories & Warranty

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The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) comes with a 135W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter and paperwork. The laptop includes a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[1]

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro (2022) is considered a well-rounded laptop suitable for everyday tasks, multimedia use, and casual gaming. It is praised for its robust build quality, excellent display, and good overall performance. However, it has some drawbacks, such as limited upgradeability and average Wi-Fi performance.[3][2]

Problems Summary

  • Limited upgradeability (soldered RAM).
  • Average Wi-Fi performance.
  • Mediocre webcam quality in low light.
  • Boxy and constrained sound at higher volumes.
  • Some performance variations under heavy load.

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