Review: Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I

AI Gaming Powerhouse

Lenovo has tailored the LOQ 15IAX9I laptop to kickstart gaming beginners

As a beginner gamer stepping into the realm of gaming setups, the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I.

Laptop emerges as a promising choice, boasting Lenovo’s cutting-edge LA AI chips that elevate gaming performance to new heights. With these chips at its core, the Lenovo LOQ laptops deliver higher FPS, enhanced power efficiency, and a seamless gaming experience tailored to your preferences.

One standout feature of the LOQ 15IAX9I is its innovative hyperchamber thermal technology, ensuring optimal cooling and maximising power output, enabling the laptop to harness up to 160W max TDP in Extreme Mode.

This technology kept my laptop cool despite playing indie releases like Palworld. With reduced skin temperatures and fan noise, I could immerse myself in creating my island in Palworld without distractions.

With the LA1 AI chip, the LOQ 15IAX9I can enable dynamic adjustments to power allocation, fan curves, and other settings in real time through Lenovo Vantage. This intelligent optimization allows users like myself to enjoy peak performance for every gaming session whether you’re diving into intense battles or exploring expansive virtual worlds.

This AI addition has also introduced AvatarMaster which allowed me to create a customised 3D avatar that I can use to animate and stream a digital version of myself.

What is power without visuals? Treating gamers like us with vibrant visuals, the LOQ 15IAX9I offers two display options the 165Hz WQHD panel or the 144Hz FHD panel with 100% sRGB colour coverage. Additionally, the optional 4-zone RGB keyboard adds a touch of style to my starter gaming setup, making me feel more like a gamer than I am.

Set to hit the market in April 2024, the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I will be a game-changer for beginner gamers seeking their first gaming setup.

With its advanced technology, customizable features, and competitive pricing, the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I sets the stage for an exciting journey into gaming, offering the perfect blend of performance, style, and affordability for aspiring gamers.

We say: The Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I is undoubtedly part of a solid starter pack for beginner gamers looking to evolve their set-up. It has everything you need without the hassle.

Rating 4.5/5

From S$1,279.01
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating System Windows 11
Processor Model Intel Core I5-12450hx (up To 4.4 Ghz) Chipset Intel HM670 chipset
Main Memory 16gb (8gb X 2) DDR5-4800
Dedicated Graphics Processor Arc A530m (4gb Gddr6) Internal Storage 512gb M.2 2242 SSD
Display FHD (1920×1080) and WQHD (2560×1440)