Lenovo Legion 5a 15″ (83Q70003US) vs Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Comparison summary
- Legion 5a is the better value option.
- For performance Legion 5a has a lot better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- Legion 5a comes with Windows 11 Pro and Studio 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance Legion 5a has a better performing graphics card.
- Legion 5a has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
- Legion 5a features a bigger display. For portability Studio 2 is lighter.
- Legion 5a has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo Legion 5a 15″ (83Q70003US)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo Legion 5a 15″ (83Q70003US) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 Series | Intel Core i7-13800H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 4050 |
| Screen size | |
| 15.3″ | 14.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | 2400 x 1600 (2400 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7 lbs (3.18 kg) | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 12.7 x 9.1 x 0.87 inches | |
| (32.26 x 23.11 x 2.21 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 14, 2026 | March 29, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,349.00 | $3,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,349.00 | $3,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Compare Lenovo Legion 5a 15″ / Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo Legion 5a 15″ (83Q70003US) summary
Lenovo Legion 5a is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 video card that is subpar great for gaming. You can run 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQXGA resolution is excellent for the 15″ 165 Hz display. The 2000gb SSD storage is reasonable. Lenovo Legion 5a is quite hefty at 7 lbs (3.18 kg).
Lenovo Legion 5a 15.3" WQXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop, AMD Ryzen 7 250, 64GB DDR5, 3TB Storage(2TB SSD+1TB Docking Station), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7, Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 7, Win 11 Pro, Black
【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from SnowBell, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.【15.3" WQXGA 165Hz Display】Features a 15.3" WQXGA panel with 165Hz refresh rate, delivering ultra-smooth motion, sharp details and immersive visuals for gaming, content creation and entertainment.
【AMD Ryzen 7 250 Processor】Delivers snappy responsive performance, seamless multitasking, and steady power for gaming, content creation, and daily productivity.
【64GB DDR5 RAM】 Delivers high-speed performance and seamless multitasking for gaming, content creation, and demanding everyday applications.【2TB SSD】 Provides fast boot times, quick file access, and ample storage for games, applications, documents, and multimedia content.
【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 Graphics】Unlock lifelike ray tracing and AI-boosted visuals, offering consistent high-frame performance for immersive gaming, creative rendering and heavy workloads.【Backlit Keyboard】Improves key visibility and typing comfort under dim lighting, perfect for gaming, work and daily use.【Wi-Fi 7】Provides blazing-fast wireless throughput, minimized latency and stable connectivity for lag-free gaming, streaming, video conferences and online tasks.
【Windows 11 Pro】【Dimensions & Weight】13.54 x 9.63 x 0.79 inches, 4.12 lbs.【Ports】2 x USB Type-C, 3 x USB Type-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Power-in, 1 x RJ45, 1 x E-Shutter Button, 1 x Audio Combo Jack. Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth.【Bonus Docking Station】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB SSD, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
ASIN: B0HMZHK42F
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU plus also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card which is lackluster for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. Only 2400 x 1600 resolution is weak for the 14-inch 120 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is okay leaves room for improvement. It is quite heavy at 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg).
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 14.4" Tablet 2-in-1 Laptop 120 Hz Intel Core i7-13800H 32GB RAM 1TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Platinum
With 32 GB of memory, users can run many programs without losing execution
The 14.4" 2400 x 1600 screen provides a great movie watching experience
1 TB total SSD capacity for spacious storage with much faster data transfer speed than standard hard drives
18 Hours battery run time helps you stay unwired and work longer non-stop
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB discrete graphic card provides excellent ability in a variety of multimedia applications and user experiences
ASIN: B0CW227NTH