Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) (Geekbench multi 19,200 vs 11,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (15.6h vs 6.4h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (1.2 kg vs 2.5 kg).
- Display: IPS (Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025)) vs OLED (ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)).
- Cheaper: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (saves about $1,000 CAD).
Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 19,200 against 11,200 for the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) — roughly 71% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) averaged 118 FPS versus 32 FPS. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 15.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 6.4 hours. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.2 kg versus 2.5 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) uses a 16-inch IPS panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz), while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) measured brighter at 512 nits, and covered 86% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,000 less than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.6 vs 8.4 overall), the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) review and ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Legion Pro 5 (2025) and the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Legion Pro 5 (2025) | Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.6 | 8.4 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,499 | $1,499 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (140W) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 ✓ | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" IPS | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 512 nits ✓ | 396 nits |
| Battery (web) | 6.4 h | 15.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 1.2 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 19,200 ✓ | 11,200 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 118 fps ✓ | 32 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Legion Pro 5 (2025) or the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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