Lenovo Legion Tower 5i 28IMB05 Intel Gaming Desktop (2020)
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Product Overview
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i 28IMB05 is a high-performance gaming micro-ATX desktop computer positioned in the middle of Legion's lineup. It features 10th-gen Intel Core processors paired with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER graphics.
Compared to the AMD-powered variant, the Legion T5i not only is larger but also adopts distinct design elements. Still, T5i 28IMB05 similarly features a transparent side panel that allows the owner to showcase the tower's ARGB cooling system. It also uses the same upgraded Lenovo Legion Coldfront 2.0 liquid-cooling system that includes a 150-watt CPU cooler and larger intake fans.
At the same time, Lenovo also markets the more powerful Legion Tower 7i powered by Intel Core K-series processors.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Top-notch gaming performance
- Excellent RGB lighting
- Good value for money
Cons
- Nothing in particular
What external reviewers found***
External score 76% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Decent build quality
- Excellent 1080p gaming performance
- Comfortable keyboard
- Easy-to-configure case
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- No Wi-Fi
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Specifications
Capacity
Interior Volume
28 L
Connectivity
Ports
[Front] 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen1 + 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 + 2x USB 2.0 + 1x RJ45 + 3x Audio | [Rear] 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 + 1x Audio combo
Wireless Connectivity
WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1
Construction
Colors
Phantom Black
Motherboard
Micro-ATX
Dimensions
Size | Depth
457 mm / 17.99 inch
Size | Height
455.8 mm / 17.94 inch
Size | Width
184.5 mm / 7.26 inch
Weight
12.5 kg / 27.6 lbs
Function
Audio
Dolby Atmos Gaming Effect 5.1 Channel Surround Sound
Chipset
B460
Graphics
AMD Radeon RX 5500 4GB or RX 5700XT 8GB or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER 4GB, GTX 1660 SUPER 6GB, RTX 2060 6GB, RTX 2070 8GB, or RTX 2070 SUPER 8GB
Operating System
Windows 10
Processor
Up to 10th-gen Intel Core i7-10700
Performance
Memory | Capacity
Up to 64GB (DDR4-3200) or 128GB (DDR4-2933)
Memory | Type
DDR4 2933MHz
Power Supply
350 W ES Bronze or 400 / 650 W ES Gold
Storage
Up to 2x 1TB M.2 PCIe x4 SSD + 2x 2TB 3.5" SATA HDD
Production
Debut
2020-07
Model Name
T5i 28IMB05
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External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 79%Lenovo has a compelling mid-tower gaming rig on its hands. It's well designed, easy to service, and looks the part withoutdoing it. The Legion Tower 5i's 65-watt processor didn't hold back its GeForce RTX 2070 Super. It earns our top honors for a mainstream gaming desktop.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent gaming performance
- Easy-to-configure case
- Comfortable keyboard
Cons
- No Wi-Fi
techradar[2]
Reviewer score 72%Lenovo says the Legion Tower 5i is meant to have a more "industrial" look than your typical gaming PC. The built in handle on the top-rear of the case both makes it look more like a piece of machinery and functionally makes it feel like a freestanding power tool when you carry it around. It's good to see a USB Type-C port there, though we'd rather there were at least two.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent 1080p gaming performance
- Decent build quality
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
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