The device features a 16-inch IPS touchscreen with WUXGA resolution (1920x1200), delivering a bright, vibrant display for daily tasks. The laptop is built with an aluminum top and a PC-ABS bottom, ensuring durability. While its 60Hz refresh rate is sufficient for most uses, it’s not designed for high-end gaming or intensive graphics tasks.

Performance

Powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 5 3400 processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, the IdeaPad 5 16 handles light to moderate workloads like web browsing, office tasks, and light content creation. The 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage provide smooth performance for most everyday applications. 

The integrated AMD Radeon 840M GPU is suitable for casual gaming and basic multimedia tasks but is not intended for demanding gaming or professional video editing. Additionally, the laptop includes a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of delivering up to 50 TOPS, though it's best suited for AI and productivity applications rather than heavy graphical work.

Battery

The laptop is powered by a 57Wh battery, offering decent battery life, and supports 65W USB-C charging. Connectivity options are extensive, with a range of ports including USB-A, USB-C with power delivery, HDMI, and a microSD card reader. It also includes an FHD 1080pIR webcam with a privacy shutter, Dolby Audio stereo speakers, and a backlit keyboard.