Key Specifications
Processor:
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (24 cores: 8P + 16E, up to 5.3GHz) or Core Ultra 7 265HX (20 cores: 8P + 12E, up to 5.1GHz) 68.
Built on Intel’s Arrow Lake-HX architecture, optimized for gaming and multitasking.
Graphics:
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (12GB GDDR6 VRAM, 140W TGP) or RTX 5070 (8GB GDDR6 VRAM, 115W TGP) 68.
Features DLSS 4, ray tracing, and AI-enhanced performance for next-gen gaming.
Display:
16-inch OLED QHD+ (2560x1600) panel with 240Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage 68.
Low-latency response time (<0.5ms) and G-SYNC support for smooth gameplay.
Memory & Storage:
Up to 32GB DDR5-6400 RAM (2x DIMM slots, user-upgradable) 6.
2x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 SSD slots (up to 2TB total storage) 6.
Battery & Charging:
80Wh battery with 245W power adapter and USB-C charging support (up to 140W) 6.
Ports:
Thunderbolt 4 (Intel only), HDMI 2.1, 2x USB-C (3.2 with PD), 2x USB-A (3.2), RJ45 Ethernet, and 3.5mm audio jack 6.
Design:
2.53 kg weight, 21.7–26 mm thickness, all-black metal chassis with a minimalist design 6.
24-zone RGB backlit keyboard with 1.6mm key travel and a PTP clickpad 6.
Performance & Review Highlights
Gaming Performance:
Handles AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Forza Horizon 5 at high settings with DLSS 4 enabled, delivering smooth framerates at QHD+ resolution 68.
The RTX 5070 Ti variant outperforms mid-range GPUs, offering 10–15% better performance than the RTX 5070 6.
Thermals & Cooling:
Coldfront Hyper thermal system with dual fans, oversized heat pipes, and a hyperchamber design supports up to 200W TDP 8.
Efficient heat dissipation ensures stable performance during extended gaming sessions.
Display Quality:
The OLED panel delivers vibrant colors, deep blacks, and excellent contrast, making it ideal for both gaming and creative work 68.
Drawbacks:
Limited to 24-zone RGB lighting (no per-key customization) compared to the Legion Pro 7i 6.
Slightly heavier than competitors like the ASUS ROG Strix series 6.
Pricing & Availability
Starting Price:
$1,499 for the base model (Core Ultra 7 265HX, RTX 5070, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) 8.
$1,799 for the high-end configuration (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)