Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD vs Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB
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| Feature |  Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD |  Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 14-inch | 15.6-inch |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 225U | Intel Core i5-12450HX |
| GPU | Integrated Intel Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
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General
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo |
| Model | IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14IAL10 | Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9E Essential |
| Announced | 2025 | 2024 |
| Form Factor | 2-in-1 convertible laptop | Gaming laptop |
| Color | Luna Grey | Luna Grey |
Design
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 313 × 227 × 17.5 mm | 359.3 × 236 × 19.9–22.95 mm |
| Weight | Starting at 1.5 kg | Starting at 1.77 kg |
| Build Materials | Aluminium top; PC-ABS bottom | PC-ABS top and bottom |
Display
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 14-inch | 15.6-inch |
| Display Type | IPS glossy touchscreen | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA) | 1920 × 1080 (FHD) |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Touchscreen | Yes, 10-point multi-touch | No |
| Display Features | 16:10, 45% NTSC, TÜV Low Blue Light | 16:9, 100% sRGB, 1000:1 contrast, 88% active-area ratio |
Performance
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 225U | Intel Core i5-12450HX |
| CPU | 12 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores + 2 LP E-cores), 14 threads; up to 4.8 GHz; 12 MB Intel Smart Cache; Intel AI Boost NPU | 8 cores (4 P-cores + 4 E-cores), 12 threads; up to 4.4 GHz; 12 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| GPU | Integrated Intel Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU |
| Graphics Memory | Shared system memory | 6 GB GDDR6 |
| RAM Type | Soldered LPDDR5x-8000 | DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM |
| Storage Type | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Memory & Storage
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 57 Wh | 3-cell 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | Varies by workload and configuration | Up to 6 hours (Lenovo target; usage-dependent) |
| Charging | Rapid Charge Boost | Rapid Charge Pro: up to 50% in 30 minutes |
| Power Adapter | 65 W USB-C PD 3.0 AC adapter | 135 W Slim Tip AC adapter |
Software
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax 2×2) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ethernet | No built-in Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
Camera & Audio
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | FHD 1080p + IR webcam with privacy shutter | HD 720p webcam with electronic privacy shutter |
| Speakers | 2 × 2 W stereo speakers | 2 × 2 W stereo speakers |
| Microphones | Dual-array microphones | Dual-array microphones |
| Audio Features | Dolby Audio | Realtek HD Audio; Nahimic Audio |
Keyboard & Input
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | 6-row keyboard | 6-row keyboard with numeric keypad |
| Keyboard Backlight | Backlit keyboard | White backlight |
| Trackpad | Precision multi-touch touchpad | Precision multi-touch touchpad |
| Fingerprint Reader | Fingerprint reader integrated with power button | — |
| Stylus Support | Yes; Lenovo Digital Pen supported | No |
Ports
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps | 3 × USB-A |
| USB-C | 2 × USB-C 10 Gbps with USB PD 3.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and USB PD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | No | No |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4b | HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 via USB-C | DisplayPort via USB-C |
| Memory Card Reader | microSD card reader | No |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack | 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Other Ports | No additional ports | Power connector |
Additional Features
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Firmware TPM 2.0; IR camera; webcam privacy shutter | Firmware TPM 2.0; electronic camera shutter |
| Cooling | Active fan cooling | Dual-fan gaming cooling |
| Special Features | 360° hinge; pen support; Intel AI Boost NPU | NVIDIA DLSS; Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential - Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 X360 – Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD | Lenovo LOQ 15 Essential – Core i5-12450HX,16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB |
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