Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 Comparison

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Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

15.6 inches | July 2025

Speed 5.5

Size 4.5

Display 5.5

Gaming 3.5

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Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

17.3 inches | January 2025

Speed 5.5

Size 6.5

Display 5

Gaming 4

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Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10, two laptops by Lenovo. Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 was introduced to market in January and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 was launched in January 2025. As you can see, LOQ 15IRX11 is 55 years older than LOQ 17IRX10. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 are members of Lenovo's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Lenovo Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 Gen 11 14 14Q8Y11	April 2026	14.0"	311.6 x 224.9 x 17.4 mm	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 7a Gen 11 16AGP11, 2026	March 2026	16.0"	344 x 244.5 x 18.95-19.95 mm	1.87 kg (4.12 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 7	March 2026	14.5"	325.2 x 226.3 x 16.22-22.2 mm	1.63 kg (3.59 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 5	March 2026	16.0"	357.9 x 247.9 x 18.15 mm	1.79 kg (3.95 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 5	March 2026	16.0"	357.9 x 247.9 x 18.2-23.8 mm	1.63 kg (3.59 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 8	February 2026	14.0"	313 x 220.3 x 19.7 mm	1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 4	February 2026	16.0"	356 x 249 x 21.15 mm	1.63 kg (3.59 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 5i Gen 11 2026	January 2026	15.3"	344 x 245.5 x 18.95-19.95 mm	1.87 kg (4.12 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 Key Specs

Launched in January 1970
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13450HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB
8GB Ram
361.26 x 255.6 x 22.9-24.8 mm (14.22 x 10.06 x 0.9-0.98 inches)
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13450HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB
8GB Ram
398.4 x 276.2 x 22.95-25.25 mm (15.69 x 10.87 x 0.9-0.99 inches)
Weight: 2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 over Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Weight	2.30 kg vs 2.90 kg	0.6 kg lighter
Screen PPI	141 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch

Reasons to choose Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 over Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~75% vs ~72.7%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	7.7 mm vs 7.9 mm	0.2 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	17.3 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
GPU FLOPS	13.6 TFLOPS vs 10.4 TFLOPS	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	4x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	12.0 x 7.5 cm vs 10.4 x 6.9 cm

Common Strengths of Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 and the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)	2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)
Surface Area	923 cm2 (143.1 inches2)	1100 cm2 (170.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~72.7%	~75%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.9 mm	~7.7 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.15 kg/inch	0.17 kg/inch
	0.33 lbs/inch	0.374 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Gray
Cover Opening Angle	180°	180°

Comparison of the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 and the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 External Dimensions

Weight

LOQ 15IRX11 weighs 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs), whereas the LOQ 17IRX10 weighs 2.9 kg (6.39 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 is 0.15 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 is 0.17 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 13450HX Intel Core i7 13650HX	Intel Core i5 13450HX Intel Core i7 13650HX Intel Core i7 13700HX Intel Core i7 14700HX
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	10 (6P + 4E)	10 (6P + 4E)
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	20 MB	20 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)	Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1794	1794
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	12811	12811
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1845	1845
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	17121	17121

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i5 13450HX ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	65 W	100 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	10.4 TFLOPS	13.6 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR7
Memory Bus	128 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	~24 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	2560
TMUs	80	80
ROPs	32	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 has a FLOPS value of 10.4 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 ' has a FLOPS value of 13.6 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	32 GB	32 GB
Total Slots	2	2

Both laptops, the LOQ 15IRX11 and the LOQ 17IRX10, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11	Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10
CPU	Intel Core i5 13450HX	Intel Core i5 13450HX
GPU	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB
Memory	8 GB ; 8 GB VRAM	8 GB ; 8 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~12 GB (6.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)	~12 GB (6.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 8 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 8 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11|Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	60 Wh	60 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right, Bottom	Right, Bottom
Charge Power	135 W	245 W

Furthermore, both laptops have the same battery capacity of 60 Wh, ensuring comparable battery performance.

Battery Comparison

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the LOQ 15IRX11 and the LOQ 17IRX10 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. LOQ 15IRX11 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, LOQ 17IRX10 has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the LOQ 15IRX11 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the LOQ 17IRX10's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the LOQ 15IRX11 features a higher pixel density with 141 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 offer the same refresh rate of 144 Hz.

Brightness
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 offer the same maximum brightness of 300 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX11 vs Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 have USB-A ports. LOQ 15IRX11 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while LOQ 17IRX10 has 4x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 feature 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither LOQ 15IRX11 nor LOQ 17IRX10 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither LOQ 15IRX11 nor LOQ 17IRX10 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both LOQ 15IRX11 and LOQ 17IRX10 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	4x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes