Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ (275HX) vs Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Comparison summary
- Legion 5i is the better value option.
- For performance Legion 5i has a lot better performing processor. It also features more memory.
- Legion 5i comes with Windows 11 Home and Studio 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance Legion 5i has a faster graphics card.
- Legion 5i has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
- Legion 5i features a bigger display. For carrying Studio 2 is lighter and more compact in size.
Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ (275HX)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ (275HX) | 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 | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | 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 | |
| 16″ | 14.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | 2400 x 1600 (2400 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.4 lbs (2.45 kg) | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.35 x 10.55 x 0.85 inches | 12.7 x 9.1 x 0.87 inches |
| (36.45 x 26.8 x 2.16 cm) | (32.26 x 23.11 x 2.21 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| January 24, 2026 | March 29, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,099.00 | $3,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,099.00 | $3,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ (275HX)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ / Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ vs other gaming laptops:
Lenovo Legion 5i 16″ (275HX) summary
Lenovo Legion 5i is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has a remarkable Intel processor plus decent memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card that is lackluster great for playing games. You can run 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. WQXGA resolution is decent for the 16″ 240 Hz IPS display. The 1000gb SSD storage is decent leaves room for improvement. It is portable at only 5.4 lbs (2.45 kg).
Lenovo Legion 5i 16" AI Gaming Laptop, 16" 240Hz WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS 500nits, Intel 24-Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7, RGB Backlit, WiFi 7, Win11 H, W/128GB PSD(64GB|1TB SSD)
[Feature]: Legion 5i AI Gaming Laptop with Intel 24-Core Ultra 9 275HX Processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 graphics push your gameplay beyond performance, giving you the power to do it all. | 16" WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS 500nits Anti-glare, 240Hz | 24-Zone RGB Backlit | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 | 5.0MP with E-shutter.
[Processor]: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24C (8P + 16E) / 24T, Max Turbo up to 5.4GHz, 36MB, offering excellent multi-core performance for gaming, creative work, and multitasking; NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 GPU, delivering next-generation ray tracing, DLSS support, and strong performance in AAA games and creative applications.
[Display]: The laptop boasts a 16" WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS display with 500 nits brightness and a blazing-fast 240Hz refresh rate, supporting features like DisplayHDR 400, Dolby Vision, and 100% DCI-P3 color for stunning visuals and ultra-smooth gameplay.
[Memory & Storage]: 64GB DDR5 5600MHz Memory | 1TB PCIe Gen4 Solid State Drive (Boot SSD), Original Factory Box will be opened and resealed for Upgrade. This machine ensures rapid multitasking and very fast game and application load times, suitable for both gaming and professional workloads.
[Other]: Weight 5.4 lbs | 1.02 Inch Thin | 128GB External SSD Accessories | Windows 11 Home | 4-Cell 80 WHr Battery | 1x HDMI 2.1 | Webcam | Wi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2x2 | Bluetooth 5.4 | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | 1x Thunderbolt 4
ASIN: B0FQTMBPNL
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