ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) vs Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9, 16-inch)
Laptops comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
Choosing between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9, 16-inch) comes up constantly, so we ran both through the same 12-row comparison and our category scoring. The 2024 ROG Zephyrus G14 is a slim gaming laptop with an RTX 4060, Ryzen 9 and a 3K OLED display in a CNC-milled aluminium body. The Legion 5i Gen 9 is a value gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 4060 and a 16-inch 165 Hz display.
Quick verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9, 16-inch) finishes ahead, 45 to 39. It is the better buy for gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis; for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop, ROG Zephyrus G14 still makes more sense.
VersusAnything Score
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Side-by-side overview
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
The 2024 ROG Zephyrus G14 is a slim gaming laptop with an RTX 4060, Ryzen 9 and a 3K OLED display in a CNC-milled aluminium body.
Best for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop
Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9, 16-inch)
The Legion 5i Gen 9 is a value gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 4060 and a 16-inch 165 Hz display.
Best for gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis
Key differences
- Screen size: ROG Zephyrus G14 14" vs Lenovo Legion 5i 16" — a preference, not a scored win
- Resolution: ROG Zephyrus G14 2880 x 1800 OLED vs Lenovo Legion 5i 2560 x 1600 (IPS) — a preference, not a scored win
- Processor: ROG Zephyrus G14 AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS vs Lenovo Legion 5i Intel Core i7-14650HX — a preference, not a scored win
- Ports: ROG Zephyrus G14 USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm vs Lenovo Legion 5i Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, 3x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, 3.5 mm — a preference, not a scored win
- Launch price (USD): ROG Zephyrus G14 $1,599 vs Lenovo Legion 5i $1,399 — Lenovo Legion 5i is better here
Specification comparison table
| Specification | ROG Zephyrus G14 | Lenovo Legion 5i |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 OLED | 2560 x 1600 (IPS) |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core i7-14650HX |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Base SSD | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) |
| Rated battery life | 10 h | 7 h |
| Ports | USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm | Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, 3x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, 3.5 mm |
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,599 | $1,399 |
Display: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 59 · Lenovo Legion 5i 94
For screen size, ROG Zephyrus G14 uses 14" whereas Lenovo Legion 5i goes with 16". This is a preference rather than a scored win: a bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag. For resolution, ROG Zephyrus G14 uses 2880 x 1800 OLED whereas Lenovo Legion 5i goes with 2560 x 1600 (IPS). This is a preference rather than a scored win: resolution and panel type decide how sharp text looks and how good the colours are for creative work.
The refresh rate row goes to Lenovo Legion 5i: 165 Hz against 120 Hz. A higher refresh rate makes scrolling and cursor movement feel smoother.
Portability: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 35 · Lenovo Legion 5i 0
On weight, ROG Zephyrus G14 keeps it to 1.5 kg while Lenovo Legion 5i lists 2.4 kg. That 0.9 kg edge counts since every hundred grams matters if the laptop lives in a backpack.
Performance: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 57 · Lenovo Legion 5i 57
The two differ on processor (AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS against Intel Core i7-14650HX), and the processor sets single-core snappiness and multi-core rendering speed. RAM is identical at 16 GB.
On base SSD the two match exactly (1,024 GB). Both list NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) for graphics, so nothing separates them here.
Battery: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 9 · Lenovo Legion 5i 0
The rated battery life row goes to ROG Zephyrus G14: 10 h against 7 h. The manufacturer's rating is optimistic, but it is still useful for relative comparison.
Ports: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i
The two differ on ports (USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm against Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, 3x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, 3.5 mm), and port selection decides how many dongles you carry.
Value: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Lenovo Legion 5i Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 26 · Lenovo Legion 5i 62
Operating system is identical at Windows 11.
On launch price (USD), Lenovo Legion 5i keeps it to $1,399 while ROG Zephyrus G14 lists $1,599. That $200 edge counts since launch price is the cleanest baseline for value.
Pros and cons
ROG Zephyrus G14
Pros
- RTX 4060 in a 1.5 kg body
- 3K 120 Hz OLED
- Ryzen 9 8945HS
- Better weight (1.5 kg)
- Better rated battery life (10 h)
Cons
- Weaker refresh rate (120 Hz)
- Weaker launch price (USD) ($1,599)
Lenovo Legion 5i
Pros
- RTX 4060 at a mid-range price
- 165 Hz 16-inch display
- Excellent keyboard for gaming
- Better weight (2.4 kg)
- Better rated battery life (7 h)
Cons
- Weaker refresh rate (165 Hz)
- Weaker launch price (USD) ($1,399)
Which one should you buy?
Choose ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) for…
Gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop. It stands out for rtx 4060 in a 1.5 kg body, 3k 120 hz oled, ryzen 9 8945hs.
Choose Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9, 16-inch) for…
Gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis. It stands out for rtx 4060 at a mid-range price, 165 hz 16-inch display, excellent keyboard for gaming.
Final verdict
Lenovo Legion 5i scores 45 to ROG Zephyrus G14's 39 on our category weighting, making it the stronger overall pick for gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis. ROG Zephyrus G14 remains the right call for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop. The VersusAnything Score is a transparent starting point, not a command; weight the rows you care about and the right answer for you may differ.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ROG Zephyrus G14 better than Lenovo Legion 5i?
On the VersusAnything Score, Lenovo Legion 5i finishes ahead 45 to 39. That makes Lenovo Legion 5i the better overall pick for gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis, while ROG Zephyrus G14 is still the right choice for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop.
What is the biggest difference between ROG Zephyrus G14 and Lenovo Legion 5i?
The largest gap is screen size: ROG Zephyrus G14 lists 14" while Lenovo Legion 5i lists 16". A bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag.
Which is cheaper, ROG Zephyrus G14 or Lenovo Legion 5i?
Lenovo Legion 5i is cheaper on launch price (USD): $1,399 against $1,599 for ROG Zephyrus G14. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Lenovo Legion 5i over ROG Zephyrus G14?
Lenovo Legion 5i is the better fit for gamers who want strong 1080p/1600p performance without paying for a thin chassis. Its strongest points are rtx 4060 at a mid-range price, 165 hz 16-inch display, excellent keyboard for gaming.
Sources
- ROG Zephyrus G14: ASUS product page (manufacturer)
- Lenovo Legion 5i: Lenovo Legion page (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.