Lenovo Legion 5i is a versatile gaming as well as productivity workhorse that’s meant to last years

Messing around with something that’s already perfect is obviously not a sensible move, so Lenovo sticks to the basics it gets right every year. Performance-per-dollar is critical for gamers, who push the hardware with demanding workloads, so Lenovo’s focus is on better airflow and performance on the Lenovo Legion 5i, which is in for review.

It’s one of the best options for gamers who may not want to spend on a Pro model, yet enjoy all the hardware chops. It comes in a beautiful finish throughout the chassis which gives it a premium feel and a very slick design, not to mention the build quality improvements, which are impressive. The top cover is made of aluminum, which feels solid. The hinge is rigid and smooth at the same time and there’s almost zero wobble. You end up getting a simple and minimalistic design that blends with any environment, including boardroom meetings, in case you want to lug the machine around.