Price, release, and everything else we know about

The IdeaPad Pro 5 from Lenovo is coming later in 2023 and promises reliable performance. Here’s what we know so far.

Looking for a reliable new Lenovo laptop to start 2023? Then you might want to keep the IdeaPad 5 Pro range, which has the potential to take on other great cheap laptops this year, at the top of your list. With features like a 120Hz refresh rate screen, larger touchpad, and extended battery life, the latest generation seems to be looking as good as ever.

While the laptop isn’t out yet, there’s a lot we know about it, from basic specs to design changes from previous models. We also know that the IdeaPad Pro 5 lineup consists of two devices. If you’re based in the US, you’ll have access to the 16-inch IdeaPad Pro 5i with Intel CPUs. IdeaPad Pro 5 Gen 8 flagship model with AMD Ryzen processors is not available outside of EMEA.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i specifications

We don’t have the spec sheet for the regular IdeaPad Pro 5 yet, but here are the IdeaPad Pro 5i specs below.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i: Pricing, release window, availability

IdeaPad Pro 5 price and release date depend on where you live. As mentioned earlier, the 16-inch IdeaPad Pro 5i will only be available in North America in May 2023 starting at $1,499. We expect the entry-level model to come with 16GB of RAM and a Core i5 CPU, though Lenovo hasn’t confirmed this.

All other IdeaPad Pro 5 models, including the 14-inch and 16-inch IdeaPad Pro 5s with an AMD Ryzen CPU and the 14-inch IdeaPad Pro 5i with an Intel CPU, will only be available in EMEA. Lenovo has not shared final pricing or availability for these models.

What’s new in the IdeaPad Pro 5?

Lenovo is bringing some small but meaningful changes to the IdeaPad Pro 5 line. In a press release, Lenovo said the new line is all about “delivering improved performance for the average user.” This is mainly due to support for Thunderbolt 4, new 13th-generation Intel CPUs and next-generation Nvidia laptop GPUs, as well as AMD Ryzen processors.

Design modifications

One of the biggest design changes is the new 25% larger touchpad, which should make scrolling easier. There’s also a new Windows Hello IR webcam for simple logins. Otherwise, Lenovo uses 50% recycled aluminum in the bottom lid of the laptop, which helps reduce the overall environmental impact. You’ll also be able to service the machine yourself, and even add a second SSD to the 16-inch model.

Showing best

Both laptops come with a 14-inch screen, but there’s also the new 16-inch IdeaPad Pro 5i and the IdeaPad Pro 5. This new, larger screen features new Dynamic Display Switching technology, which essentially improves display frames per second up to 120Hz Smoother scrolling and more accuracy when gaming. Of course, with most other laptops, there’s also a higher QHD+ resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio, too. The 14-inch version is no slouch either, with an FHD OLED panel and 2.2K resolution.

Where can I buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5?

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 with AMD Ryzen CPUs is not available outside of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i (16-inch) will be available for sale in the United States in May 2023 for $1,499. You can purchase it through Lenovo.com, and customize your RAM and storage as you see fit. If you can’t wait, you can check out our list of other best laptops or other great Lenovo laptops available right now.