Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023)

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Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023)
ManufacturerLenovo
Release dateJanuary 2023;
3 years ago (2023-01)
Introductory priceUSD 1000 to 1500
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro
Windows 11 Home Single Language
No operating system
CPUAMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS
Intel Core i5-12450H
Intel Core i5-13420H
Intel Core i5-13500H
Intel Core i7-13620H
Intel Core i7-13700H
Memory8 or 16 GB DDR5-5600 MHz (up to 32 GB)
Memory slots2 DDR5 SO-DIMM slots
Storage512 GB or 1 TB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Storage slots2 M.2 slots (1 x 2242, 1 x 2280)
Removable storageNone
DisplayScreen size: 15.6 inch
Panel type: IPS
Coating: Anti-glare
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 or 2560 x 1440
PPI: 141 (FHD), 188 (WQHD)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Refresh rate: 60 Hz, 144 Hz, or 165 Hz
Brightness: 300 nits or 350 nits
NTSC: 45 % or 100 %
VRR: Yes
Screen-to-body ratio:
GraphicsNvidia GeForce RTX 2050 Laptop
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop
SoundStereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Nahimic Gaming Audio
CameraFront: 1080p FHD with E-shutter
TouchpadButtonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches)
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.2
1 x USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Lenovo Power Delivery 140W and DisplayPort 1.4)
1 x HDMI 2.1
1 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
1 x Ethernet (RJ-45)
1 x Power connector
DimensionsW: 359.6 millimetres (14.16 in)
D: 264.8 millimetres (10.43 in)
H: 22.1 millimetres (0.87 in)
Mass2.4 kilograms (5.3 lb)
Power brick170W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter
BatteryIntegrated 60Wh Li-Polymer
Keyboard4-Zone RGB backlight or White backlight
ChassisColor: Storm Grey
Materials: PC-ABS (Top), PC-ABS (Bottom)
Number padYes
Fingerprint readerNo
Facial recognitionNo
Special featuresMUX-switch function support, Advanced Optimus, Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0, DirectX 12 Ultimate, VR ready
WebsiteLenovo

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) is a budget-friendly gaming laptop designed to offer solid performance for gaming and productivity tasks. It features a range of AMD and Intel processors, various NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs, and multiple display options, making it a versatile choice for gamers and professionals alike.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) can be configured with the following processors[1]:

  • AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS with 8 cores and 16 threads, base frequency of 3.8 GHz, max frequency of 5.1 GHz, 8 MB L2 cache, and 16 MB L3 cache.
  • AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS with 6 cores and 12 threads, base frequency of 4.3 GHz, max frequency of 5.0 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, and 16 MB L3 cache.
  • Intel Core i5-12450H with 8 cores (4 P-cores + 4 E-cores) and 12 threads, base frequency of 2.0 GHz (P-core) / 1.5 GHz (E-core), max frequency of 4.4 GHz (P-core) / 3.3 GHz (E-core), and 12 MB cache.
  • Intel Core i5-13420H with 8 cores (4 P-cores + 4 E-cores) and 12 threads, base frequency of 2.1 GHz (P-core) / 1.5 GHz (E-core), max frequency of 4.6 GHz (P-core) / 3.4 GHz (E-core), and 12 MB cache.
  • Intel Core i5-13500H with 12 cores (4 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 16 threads, base frequency of 2.6 GHz (P-core) / 1.9 GHz (E-core), max frequency of 4.7 GHz (P-core) / 3.5 GHz (E-core), and 18 MB cache.
  • Intel Core i7-13620H with 10 cores (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) and 16 threads, base frequency of 2.4 GHz (P-core) / 1.8 GHz (E-core), max frequency of 4.9 GHz (P-core) / 3.6 GHz (E-core), and 24 MB cache.
  • Intel Core i7-13700H with 14 cores (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 20 threads, base frequency of 2.4 GHz (P-core) / 1.8 GHz (E-core), max frequency of 5.0 GHz (P-core) / 3.7 GHz (E-core), and 24 MB cache.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and Ryzen 5 7640HS processors are designed for high performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks, making them suitable for demanding workloads such as video editing, programming, and gaming. The Intel processors offer a range of options from mid-range to high-end performance, catering to different user needs.

Reviewers have noted that the Ryzen 7 7840HS performs exceptionally well in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks, making it suitable for demanding workloads. However, the Ryzen 5 7640HS is adequate for less intensive tasks but may struggle with heavy multitasking.[2] The Intel Core i7-13700H is comparable to Intel's 12th gen i7 processors, with a performance deficit of just 5 percent.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Geekbench 5:
    • Ryzen 7 7840HS: Single-Thread - 1,954 points, Multi-Thread - 11,354 points[2]
  • Geekbench 6:
    • Ryzen 7 7840HS: Single-Core - 2367 points, Multi-Core - 8157 points[4]
  • Cinebench R23:
    • Ryzen 7 7840HS: Single-Thread - 1,796 points, Multi-Thread - 16,456 points[2]
  • HandBrake 1.4:
    • Ryzen 7 7840HS: 06:24[4]

Graphics

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) offers the following GPU configurations[1]:

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 and RTX 4060 GPUs are designed for gaming and content creation, with the RTX 4060 being the best option for higher resolution gaming. The RTX 4050 provides strong 1080p gaming performance, allowing for decent frame rates across AAA titles.[4][3]

Reviewers have noted that the GPU performance is good for gaming and content creation, though it is not the most powerful option available. The RTX 4050 provides good performance for 1080p gaming, while the RTX 4060 is suitable for 1440p gaming.[2][5]

Benchmarks:

  • 3DMark Fire Strike:
    • RTX 4050: 23345 points[3]
  • 3DMark Time Spy:
    • RTX 4050: 9216 points[3]
  • 3DMark 11 Performance:
    • RTX 4050: 26490 points[3]
  • 3DMark Fire Strike Ultra:
    • RTX 4050: 9040 points[3]
  • Gaming Benchmarks (1080p):
    • Assassin's Creed Valhalla: 81 FPS[4]
    • Cyberpunk 2077: 21.7 FPS[4]
    • DiRT 5: 79.3 FPS[4]
    • Grand Theft Auto V: 71 FPS[4]
    • Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition (Extreme settings): 33.1 FPS[4]
    • Red Dead Redemption 2: 52.8 FPS[4]

Memory

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) supports dual-channel memory and comes with the following configurations[1]:

  • 8 GB DDR5-5600 MHz RAM (1x 8GB)
  • 16 GB DDR5-5600 MHz RAM (2x 8GB)

The memory is user-upgradeable, with two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 32 GB of RAM. The dual-channel configuration in the 16GB variant enhances performance in memory-intensive applications.[2][5]

Benchmarks:

  • PCMark 10:
    • Overall Score: 7709 points[3]
  • AIDA64:
    • Memory Copy: 30937 MB/s[3]
    • Memory Read: 58070 MB/s[3]
    • Memory Write: 84045 MB/s[3]

Storage

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) 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, with two M.2 slots (one 2242 and one 2280) allowing for additional SSDs. Reviewers have noted that the SSD provides decent read and write speeds, enhancing overall system responsiveness.[2][5]

Benchmarks:

  • CrystalDiskMark:
    • Sequential Read: 2460.42 MB/s[3]
    • Sequential Write: 721.73 MB/s[3]
  • AS SSD:
    • Total Score: 9510 Points[3]

Co-processors

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) includes an AI Chip (LA1) for AI-based tasks. The AI chip offloads these tasks from the CPU and GPU, enhancing efficiency.[1]

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) offers two keyboard options[1]:

  • Full-size, 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
  • Full-size, white backlit keyboard with numeric keypad

Reviewers have noted that the keyboard is comfortable for typing and gaming, with a good overall typing experience. The keys have a crisp feel, though the key travel is shallow.[5][3]

Touchpad

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) 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.[5][3]

Webcam

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) comes with a 1080p FHD camera with E-shutter. The webcam supports decent video quality for video calls but lacks clarity for more professional settings.[5][2]

Microphone

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) includes an integrated dual-microphone array. Reviewers have noted that the microphone quality is average, suitable for casual use but not ideal for professional applications or high-quality recordings.[5]

Output Devices

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Display

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) features a 15.6-inch IPS display with the following configurations[1]:

  • 1920 x 1080, 300 nits, 60 Hz, 45% NTSC
  • 1920 x 1080, 350 nits, 144 Hz, 45% NTSC, G-SYNC®, FreeSync™, MUX-switch function support
  • 2560 x 1440, 350 nits, 165 Hz, 100% sRGB, G-SYNC, FreeSync

The display is praised for its smooth visuals, though it has a limited color gamut and brightness levels. The 144Hz FHD display is suitable for gaming, but the color gamut is limited, making some colors appear washed out.[5][2]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum Brightness: 353.4 nits[5]
  • ΔE Color: 0.31[4]
  • DCI-P3 Color Gamut: 44.40%[4]

Audio

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) comes with stereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Nahimic Gaming Audio. The speakers provide decent sound quality for gaming and media consumption, though they lack volume and depth.[5][2]

Benchmarks:

  • Max Volume: 77 dB SPL[2]

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) offers Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.2 for wireless connectivity. Reviewers have noted that the wireless connectivity is robust, supporting fast internet speeds and stable connections.[5][2]

Bluetooth

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) includes Bluetooth 5.2, providing reliable wireless connectivity for peripherals.[1]

SD Card Reader

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) does not include an SD card reader.[1]

USB

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) is equipped with the following USB ports[1]:

  • 1 x USB 2.0
  • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Lenovo Power Delivery 140W and DisplayPort 1.4)

Reviewers have noted that the port selection is decent but could be improved for better versatility. The USB-C port supports data transfer, power delivery, and DisplayPort output, enhancing connectivity options.[5][2]

Display Outputs

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) includes the following display outputs[1]:

  • 1 x HDMI 2.1, up to 8K/60Hz

The HDMI port can output a 4K @ 120Hz signal, making it suitable for connecting to high-resolution external displays. The display outputs are adequate for connecting to external monitors and networks.[5][2]

Case

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) features a plastic chassis available in Storm Grey. The laptop is relatively lightweight and compact, with dimensions of 359.6 millimetres (14.16 in) x 264.8 millimetres (10.43 in) x 22.1 millimetres (0.87 in) and a weight starting at 2.4 kilograms (5.3 lb).[1]

The design is functional but lacks the premium feel of higher-end models. Reviewers have noted that the build is weighty and firm, with little flex, but the all-plastic chassis is a downgrade from metal options.[5][4]

The bottom part of the chassis is sturdy, but the keyboard deck and display lid have some flex. The laptop's overall build quality is decent for a budget gaming laptop, but it is not as robust as some competitors.[3]

Maintenance

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) is designed to be user-serviceable to some extent. The bottom panel is secured by multiple screws, making it relatively easy to open. However, the panel is tightly attached and can be challenging to pry open without breaking the clips.[3]

Upgradeable components:[3]

  • 2 DDR5 SO-DIMM slots (user-replaceable)
  • 2 M.2 SSD slots (user-replaceable)
  • Battery (user-replaceable)

The RAM and storage are user-upgradeable, allowing users to enhance performance and storage capacity as needed. The Wi-Fi module is also user-replaceable.[2]

Cooling System

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) features a dual-fan cooling system with three heat pipes. The cooling system is designed to keep the laptop cool during extended gaming sessions and demanding tasks.[3]

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 budget gaming laptop.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum upper side: ~44.4 °C[3]
  • Maximum bottom: ~123.5 °C[4]

Noise

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) is praised for its quiet operation. The laptop is relatively quiet during light tasks, and even under load, the fan noise is not overly distracting. It is considered one of the quieter budget gaming laptops tested.[4][3]

Benchmarks:

  • Idle: ~25.0 dB(A)[2]
  • Load: ~48.5 dB(A)[2]

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) ships with a 170W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter. The laptop is efficient in its power usage, but it has specific charging requirements, making it picky about chargers. It requires 100-watt or higher chargers for proper charging.[3][2]

Benchmarks:

  • Idle: ~9.1 / 12.6 / 27.4 W[3]
  • Load: ~63.5 / 135.3 W[3]

Battery Life

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) comes with a 60 Wh Li-Polymer battery. The battery supports fast charging, with Lenovo claiming it can charge up to 80% in 1 hour. Reviewers have noted that the battery life is average for a budget gaming laptop, with around six to seven hours of light use.[1][2]

Benchmarks:

  • WiFi Websurfing: ~8.3 hours[2]
  • Video Playback: ~3.8 hours[2]
  • Gaming: ~0.9 hours[2]

Biometrics

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) does not support Windows Hello face recognition or fingerprint scanning. The lack of biometric security features may be a drawback for users seeking enhanced security options.[5][2]

Software

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) ships with Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Home Single Language, or no operating system, depending on the configuration. The laptop comes with several preinstalled Lenovo apps and software.

Preinstalled Software

  • Lenovo Vantage: Acts as the primary control center for system vitals, lighting, power, and fan profiles.
  • Lenovo Hotkeys
  • Legion Arena: A gaming and social hub.
  • AMD Software: For performance tweaking.
  • McAfee LiveSafe™ (30-day trial version)
  • Office 365 (30-day trial version)

Linux Support

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) has limited Linux support. Compatibility with most USB-C AC adapters is not guaranteed.[3]

Accessories & Warranty

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The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) comes with a 170W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter and paperwork. The laptop includes a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[3]

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2023) is considered a strong contender in the budget gaming laptop market. It is praised for its performance, display quality, and overall value. The laptop is suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks, offering a balance between performance and price. However, it has some drawbacks, such as chassis flex, specific charging requirements, and limited upgradeability.[5][2][4][3]

Problems Summary

  • Chassis flex and screen wobble.
  • Specific charging requirements, picky about chargers.
  • Limited upgradeability (soldered RAM).
  • Mediocre webcam quality.
  • Glossy and reflective display coating.
  • Poor palm rejection on the touchpad.
  • High idle power consumption.
  • Below average battery life for a gaming laptop.

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