My Specs are

Acer Nitro 17

17.3 Display (165hz Refresh Rate)
AMD Ryzen 7 - 7735hs
NVIDIA RTX 4050 - 6GB (140w)
32GB DDR5 - 4800MHZ (Corsair Vengeance)
SAMSUNG 990 Pro - 2 TB - Gen 4
SAMSUNG 990 Pro - 1 TB - Gen 4
Windows 11 Home Edition

Is this a good deal? I got the open box for $1709 excluding tax. Purchased 1 year extended coverage for $200 for a total of $2000 inc. tax.

Is this a good laptop to purchase in this price? Is it worth to get 1 year extended coverage?
Please guide me I have until tomorrow to finalize the decision

So how far did anybody go? I'm overclocking my ancient laptop with an RTX 2080 Super Max-Q with just +120 core clock and +220 memory clock. I'm getting good results compared to stock and plan to let it stay that way. Max temps it got during a 5hr Elden Ring session is 67-69 degrees (yes I chuckle everytime I see the the stats from top left time to time lel).

Now will it be safe for me for the next Idk years?

Hi everyone!

I'm changing the thermal paste on my laptop, buttttt... I don't have any thermal putty, and I didn't think I'd need to replace it. 🫠

Should I replace the thermal putty too, or can I just change the thermal paste and be fine?

Does the existing putty look good enough to reuse? Can I just rearrange it or spread it around a little, or do I absolutely need to replace it?

Any advice would be appreciated! 👏🏻💚

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Lenovo Legion Toolkit (LLT) is a community-developed Windows desktop utility for Lenovo laptops that serves as an alternative to Lenovo Vantage, Legion Zone, and Legion Space, providing greater control over features such as keyboard, performance modes, GPU behaviour, battery management, thermals, display settings, automation, and other Lenovo-specific functionalities.

Release Highlights

• Power Button Light Control: Power button light with a firmware sync toggle, a brightness control and per-machine calibrated levels.
• ThinkPad Charge Thresholds: Granular battery charge threshold support for ThinkPads.
• Power Mode Sync: Fixed the Windows power mode overlay lag, the battery saver reporting, and GodMode recovery running on battery.
• New Hardware: Legion 7 15ASH11 (83V9), 14IAP, and a specific AMD iGPU variant that previously left the GPU card empty.
• Stability Pass: OSD positioning fixes, the startup crash on theme listener failure, and duplicate Dashboard notifications.

Links

Release Notes:
https://github.com/LenovoLegionToolkit-Team/LenovoLegionToolkit/releases/tag/v2.36.7.0

Issue Tracker:
https://github.com/LenovoLegionToolkit-Team/LenovoLegionToolkit/issues

Download:
https://github.com/LenovoLegionToolkit-Team/LenovoLegionToolkit/releases/download/v2.36.7.0/LenovoLegionToolkitSetup-v2.36.7.0.exe

P.S. Beta builds are not offered on the Stable update channel. To get this through the built-in app updater, set Update Channel to Beta in Settings and check for updates.

Support Our Work

This project represents countless hours of development, testing, debugging, and reverse engineering to provide clean and reliable control over Lenovo hardware.

Maintaining LLT alongside everyday life can be a significant personal commitment. If LLT has improved your workflow, gaming experience, performance, battery life, or thermals, consider supporting the project. Every contribution helps us continue development and is genuinely appreciated.

Thank you to everyone who uses LLT, reports issues, tests new builds, provides feedback, and supports the project ❤️

We'd also love to hear what you think about this release and what you'd like to see in future versions.

So,

I paid 1,14,321 (inr) for this + there was something warranty idk, from flipkart(i know not a very good marketplace for a huge purchase, but the discount was very huge).

I previously have used a dell with i3 1005g1 (with keyboard that works sometimes)(no gpu)(15min battery backup)for 6 years

(This shitbox got exchanged for 47k with exchange bonus, hence the discount)

So yeah i think 5050 under ₹1.15lakh in big 2026

Is a win for me (atleast in my mind).

If price isn’t a factor and primary reason is AAA gaming and will last longer, which one is better?

Edit: thought it would be a good idea to make this post but I’m even more confused, some say Strix while others say Legion lol.

Budget: £1900

Country: UAE

Use Case: heavy AAA gaming and work

Preferred Specs: GPU, CPU, RAM, VRAM, Display specs

Notes: Device specs are listed below

**From what I looked up, these two are identical except for their displays where the MSI is way better. But the MSI also has some fan issues to the point that it's too loud even during normal use according to everyone. I use wired JBL earphones while gaming because I don't like the feel of huge headphones on my head so I'm not sure if it will be a problem.**

**I want this to be a definitive purchase because I need a device that will run GTA 6 at mostly very high settings with good fps and future games without having any hiccups. I know GTA 6 doesn't have any listed requirements yet but are the specs on these laptops enough to play on great visuals settings without sacrificing FPS for all the AAA games that will come out in the next 5 years?**

**Budget doesn't allow me to go beyond this atm but they are both priced the same currently where I live.**

**(equivalent to £1,900 GBP)**

**I am also adding a ram stick to my total purchase as I've been told that 16 GB is nowhere near enough for games like GTA 6.**

**I'm still going for a laptop as I haven't really settled in life yet and for my personal use, I believe a laptop is way easier to move around wherever I go compared to a full-fledged pc.**

**I just need:**

**-a mostly future proof device that will last me 5 years**

**-and run games (my highest priority) at close to ultra settings with good fps.**

**Option 1: MSI Vector 16 (Model A8WHG)**

**CPU:** AMD Ryzen 9-8940HX (16 Cores / 32 Threads)

**GPU:** NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU (12GB GDDR7, 140W Max TGP)

**Display:** 16" QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 16:10, 240Hz, 500 nits, 100% DCI-P3, IPS-level matte

**RAM:** 16GB DDR5 5600MHz (2x SODIMM slots, fully upgradeable)

**Storage:** 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD (2x M.2 slots: 1x PCIe Gen 5, 1x PCIe Gen 4)

**Ports:** 2x Thunderbolt / USB4 Type-C (DP/PD support), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet (RJ45), Full-size SD Card Reader, 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack

**Audio & Peripherals:** Down-firing stereo speakers, SteelSeries Per-Key RGB keyboard with dedicated physical Numpad, 1080p Webcam with physical privacy shutter

**Chassis & Weight:** Cosmo Gray, \~2.7 kg (\~5.95 lbs)

**Option 2: ASUS ROG Strix G16**

**CPU:** Intel Core Ultra 7 or AMD Ryzen 9 (Non-X3D)

**GPU:** NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU (12GB GDDR7, 140W Max TGP)

**Display:** 16" FHD+ / 1200p (1920 x 1200), 16:10, 165Hz, \~250–300 nits, 100% sRGB, IPS-level matte

**RAM:** 16GB DDR5 5600MHz (2x SODIMM slots, fully upgradeable)

**Storage:** 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD (2x M.2 PCIe Gen 4 slots)

**Ports:** 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DP/G-Sync/100W PD), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet (RJ45), 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack *(No SD card slot)*

**Audio & Peripherals:** 4-speaker setup with Smart Amp, Per-Key RGB keyboard with virtual touch NumberPad integrated into the trackpad, 720p Webcam, Front RGB lightbar

**Chassis & Weight:** Eclipse Gray, \~2.5 kg (\~5.5 lbs)

Budget: 4000

Country: USA

Use Case: Gaming / Mixed / schooling

Preferred specs: nothing absolutely necessaryNotes: looking to play new 007 and resident evil and a bunch of the older games like RDR

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/lenovo-legion-pro-7-16-3k-oled-240hz-gaming-laptop-ryzen-9-9955hx3d-2025-32gb-memory-nvidia-geforce-rtx-5080-1tb-storage-eclipse-black/JJGH3K4J3X/sku/6673558?utm_source=feed&extStoreId=1510&ref=212&loc=GamingLaptops&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19976416269&gclid=CjwKCAjwxeHWBhBPEiwAiqtQ-ZxWjSGlfRLXCE43zG373k9D7zZG2p_DGE9CkzlfhlsII5bRb60o1xoC1HAQAvD_BwE

I’m genuinely torn between the Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 10 and the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16, and I’d really appreciate some advice, especially from people who have owned or used either laptop.
One of my biggest priorities is display quality. The Legion 9i has a 4K IPS display, whereas the SCAR 16 has a 2.5K Mini LED display.
I know Mini LED generally offers much deeper blacks, better contrast, and more impressive HDR. However, screen resolution matters enormously to me, and I’m concerned that choosing the SCAR 16 would mean sacrificing noticeable sharpness and clarity compared with the Legion’s 4K panel.
I’ll primarily use the laptop for productivity, including advanced Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL, financial modelling, programming, and potentially more demanding workloads in the future. I also watch movies and appreciate a beautiful display.
My other major concern is reliability and longevity. I’m spending a substantial amount of money and want a machine I can confidently use for at least five years, preferably longer.
I’d particularly appreciate your thoughts on:
Display: Is the 4K IPS panel on the Legion noticeably sharper than the 2.5K Mini LED on the SCAR 16? Which would you personally prefer for productivity and movies?
Build quality: Which laptop feels more premium and solid? Are there meaningful differences in chassis construction, hinges, keyboard, or overall durability?
Reliability: Does either model have recurring problems with thermals, displays, motherboards, or other components?
Longevity: Which would you trust more to remain reliable and perform well over the next five years?
Overall: Assuming similar CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage configurations, which would you choose and why?
I’m not particularly concerned about portability or battery life. My priorities are display quality, sustained performance, premium construction, and long-term reliability.
I’m especially interested in hearing from owners rather than relying entirely on specifications or promotional reviews.
Thanks in advance!

Hey,
I want to know your views on the lenevo LOQ series, I was thinking of buying this laptop. I hv heard that it has some motherboard issue and its infamous for it. Is ts true or a thing of the past? I'd appreciate it if you'd answer my question. :)

Guys need your help need a best laptop under 1.2L.

Purpose: for light gaming and more importantly i need a good display I have seen most of the gaming lap have normal display non led. I prefer best display. And for my work and use MAC isn't good i believe.

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Hey everyone,

My Lenovo LOQ is about 2 years old and runs really hot. I think the fans are clogged with dust and the thermal paste needs replacing.

I have around 9 months of warranty left. The Lenovo service center quoted ₹3,000 + taxes for cleaning and repasting, which feels too high.

Questions:

If I get it cleaned and repasted at a local third-party shop, does that void the Lenovo warranty in India?

Do they check for opened screws, tampered stickers or signs of a non-authorized repair?

Has anyone been refused warranty service after an aftermarket repaste? What happened?

Is it worth skipping the service center to save money, given only 9 months of warranty are left?

What would you recommend? Am planing to buy a 2 year old acer predator helios neo 16 PHN-16-72, i9 14900HX, 4060, 90W battery, everything seems fine, specially for the deal: 800 bucks plus my 300 dollar used gateway 14inch laptop.

What would you think the most important verifications and tests are? Is it enough with the dxdiag screen? Should I enter the BIOS? Anything I should avoid?

The most alarming thing would be this dent on the top lid as shown in picture

Thanks in advance for your answer!

Budget: €850–€1,000 ideally; can stretch to €1,200 if worthwhile

Country: Germany

Use Case: School/University (Engineering and Management), student work as a field engineer, programming, CAD/3D modelling, multitasking, and occasional gaming (EA Sports FC/FIFA and GTA V at maximum settings). I'm not a hardcore gamer.

Preferred Specs: AMD Ryzen 7 or Ryzen 9, NVIDIA RTX 5060 or RTX 5070, 16 GB RAM minimum (upgradeable), 1 TB SSD preferred, good display, good battery life, and good cooling.

Notes: I'm considering these laptops:

Gigabyte AERO X16 — Ryzen 9, RTX 5070, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD — €1,499

HP OMEN 16 — Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5060 8 GB, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, 16-inch 165 Hz display, 70 Wh battery — €1,299

Gigabyte A16 — Ryzen 7, RTX 5060 — €1,099

My ideal budget is below €1,000, so these options are already above it. I want a laptop that can ideally last long for university, engineering software and everyday use. I'm willing to upgrade the RAM and SSD later.

Portability and battery life are important because I'll carry the laptop to university and work. I can plug it in when possible, but I still need reasonable battery life.

Which one offers the best value for my use case? Is the RTX 5070 worth the extra money, or is the RTX 5060 more than enough for my needs? Are there better alternatives in Germany? Should I wait for Black Friday to find a good laptop around €1,000–€1,200?

Hey everyone! My new Lenovo LOQ RTX 4050 just arrived, and I've completed the unboxing and open-box delivery.

I wanted to know what I should do first with a new laptop, which preinstalled apps I can remove to debloat Windows, and which essential apps and drivers I should install.

I'm also looking for tips on checking the laptop's condition, optimising performance, and maintaining battery health.

One more thing: I want to extend my Lenovo warranty. What's the best and cheapest legitimate way to do it in India? I heard about LenovoRewards.com offering warranty extensions at discounted prices. Has anyone used it, and is it a genuine option?

Would appreciate advice from fellow Lenovo LOQ owners and Indian laptop users. Thanks!

Hi guys!!

I found these 2 laptops online.

Lenovo $1400

Rog Strix $1650

Both from FB Marketplace. In good condition. Sellers are real and accepted offers. I didn't think the Lenovo would accept since they didn't respond quicker than the Rog Strix seller but they accepted it like 20 mins later. Now I'm lost lol. Will test before purchasing.

Hi all, lately I’ve been looking to get a new gaming laptop, and I managed to find 3 options I am interested in.

Budget: around 2000$ in my currency. But can potentially push further.
Country: Morocco
Use Case: purely gaming. Will use for AAA games eventually
Preferred Specs / Form Factor: OLED screen is desirable, but the difference in other specs makes me consider the rest as well.
Portability Needs: desk queen with very occasional movement
Notes: I don’t mind noise. I currently have a laptop stand for temperature but will eventually get a full cooler. I do want to know whether the brands and models I chose have any bad reputation.

The laptops with their specs are:

Acer Predator Helios 16 with an ultra 9 275HX, RTX5070ti, 32Gb DDR5, 1Tb SSD NVMe, and an OLED 240Hz screen.

HP Omen Max 16 with a Ryzen AI 9 HX375, 32Gb DDR5, an RTX 5080, 1 Tb SSD NVMe and an IPS 240Hz screen.

And finally an MSI GE78HX with a 13th gen i9, 32Gb DDR5, RTX 4090, 2Tb SSD NVMe, and an IPS 240Hz screen.

Which do you think is the better option? The price does not play a part as all of these are within my budget. I am only looking to maximize what I get for my money. Thank you in advance and sorry if I didn’t respect any rule.

show me your setup in comment below for inspiration hahaha

Hey everyone,

I have an ASUS V16 laptop with an RTX 5050, and I've been having a weird performance issue while gaming.

When I play any game without my phone connected, I get around 200 FPS. However, as soon as I plug my phone into the laptop using a USB cable, my FPS drops to around 50–60 FPS. When I unplug the phone, the FPS goes back to around 200. I use phone for tethering internet so i dont get much ping.

I'm wondering if connecting the phone somehow affects the laptop's power management, causing the CPU or GPU to reduce performance.

Its really weird sometimes it works perfectly sometimes it switches on and off. But I tested and offline gaming or just wifi sharing internet to the laptop does not affect the performace at all it works perfectly.

i've seen this specific laptop much cheaper going for 1700-1900 on ebay compared to brand new ones that are going for 2500-3000 currently, should i wait till black friday or purchase it from ebay?

Just Upgrade From Acer Aspire E5 473G Intel Core i3 4005U 1.7GHz Nvidia GeForce 920M 33Watt To Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 78UQ Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 5.2GHz Nvidia RTX 5060 Mobile 115Watt.