Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9E i5-12450HX, 16GB DDR5, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 6GB 65W, 15.6" FHD IPS 300nits 144Hz $899 Delivered @ Lenovo

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Stack with the 20% cashback from ShopBack for a final price of $719

Very cheap gaming laptop with good display and build quality
See discussion with Jarrod on this new LOQ Essential chassis here

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Intel Core i5-12450HX, 8C (4P + 4E) / 12T, P-core up to 4.4GHz, E-core up to 3.1GHz, 12MB
16GB (1x16GB) SO-DIMM DDR5-4800, single SO-DIMM slot, max 32GB (1x32GB)
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6, Boost Clock 2145MHz, TGP 65W, DLSS 3.5, Dynamic Boost 2.0, DirectX 12 Ultimate
512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0x4 NVMe QLC, 1x spare M.2 2242 slot

15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 100% sRGB, 144Hz
Supports up to 2 independent displays (native display and 1 external monitor via HDMI)
HDMI supports up to 8K@60Hz

2x USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1x USB-C (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2 data transfer only), 1x HDMI 2.1, up to 8K/60Hz, 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm), 1x Ethernet (RJ-45), 1x Card reader, 1x Power connector
Wi-Fi 6 11ax 2x2 + BT 5.2
Gigabit Ethernet
HD 720p with privacy shutter, fixed focus camera
57Wh battery
135W Slim Tip (3-pin) AC adapter
Grey - English (US) keyboard
Buttonless Mylar surface multi-touch touchpad, supports Precision TouchPad (PTP)
PC-ABS (Top), PC-ABS (Bottom) case
359 x 236 x 23 mm
1.77 kg
Windows 11 Home 64
1 Year Courier or Carry-in warranty

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Comments

  • Phoebus on 25/11/2024 - 10:04
    +1

    is the RTX3050 much better than a 1050?

  • Balls on 25/11/2024 - 10:15

    this is the castrated 3050 with 96bit but 2gb vram added

  • paulaus on 25/11/2024 - 10:16

    Just remember it's a single SO-DIMM slot. No expansion.

  • MeatyOne on 25/11/2024 - 10:26
    +2

    This is a great price for an entry level, but I've said it before, the 3050 in a laptop is one of the worst GPUs I've seen in the last 10 years. I've used and tested multiple devices fitted with a 3050 and everyone of them has performed abysmally.

  • AlmondHeadophile on 25/11/2024 - 10:28

    How's gaming performance on this compared to this? https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/876872
    Baldur's Gate 3?

    • Boioioioi on 25/11/2024 - 10:32

      This one is better. The one you linked does not have a dedicated graphics card. Baldurs gate is quite demanding

      • AlmondHeadophile on 25/11/2024 - 11:10

        Thanks, higher price for OLED and RAM only then? Would heavy editing be better on this one?

        • Boioioioi on 25/11/2024 - 11:13
          +1

          Yes they are different laptops for different purposes.

          Ideapad is made for non gaming tasks, premium laptop with nice screen and other specs. Light gaming would be fine, as the integrated graphics is quite good. video editing would be fine. Battery life would be better on this one too.

          This one in the current post is a cheap entry level gaming laptop. Not super premium but it has a dedicated graphics card which is really important for gaming.

          Hard to say regarding video editing, it depends on what editing software you use. Some work better with integrated graphics, some work better with dedicated.

          When I say integrated vs dedicated, it means:

          Integrated graphics are a smaller graphics processor built into the CPU. Often they are quite good at tasks such as video encoding/decoding.

          Dedicated graphics is a standalone graphics processor on a separate chip. The best for gaming.

  • Fanzao on 25/11/2024 - 10:30

    touch screen?
    need a one for daughter to study everyday, while she use it to watch youtube and play roblox everyday
    Any recommendation?

    • zachhambo on 25/11/2024 - 10:36
      +3

      No touch screen, a dedicated NVIDIA GPU also is not necessary for roblox

      • Fanzao on 25/11/2024 - 11:11

        many thanks

    • rumblytangara on 25/11/2024 - 11:44

      I would not get a touchscreen computer for a student (unless they were doing graphic design). More delicate breakable screen.

  • hubbske on 25/11/2024 - 10:36
    +1

    Can anyone recommend a gaming laptop in the price range of around $1,500? Occasional AAA game but doesn't have to be top settings

    • ssn on 25/11/2024 - 10:55
      +1

      https://www.lenovo.com/au/outlet/en/p/laptops/legion-laptops…

      This looks decent, no first hand experience with it though. Through the Lenovo outlet store.

      Normal store has this at $1,899. There was an 18% cashback (uncapped) through top cashback a few days ago too which would’ve got it close.

      Have a look at a few others here: https://www.lenovo.com/au/outlet/en/laptops/?tabkey=Laptops

      • hubbske on 25/11/2024 - 11:23

        Thanks I think they're refurbished units. Damn shame missed out on the 18% cashback

        • Herodotaau on 25/11/2024 - 11:33

          They are labeled new which means they are new, the store sells both new and refurbished units, refurbished units will be labeled refurbished

        • ssn on 25/11/2024 - 11:45
          +1

          These are new, but they’re also returns. Called Lenovo and asked and was told they’re new but return units… could mean extra stock from other retailers or maybe not reaching the main store.

          Few days ago saw the desktops tab and a listing specifically said refurbished.

          Not sure if they would label return units that have been opened as “new”….

  • Vladdo on 25/11/2024 - 10:59
    -2

    300 nits! wow.. how crap!

    • ShowTekk on 25/11/2024 - 12:04

      300 nits is fine, I run my desktop monitor at 100nits

  • jollster101 on 25/11/2024 - 11:04

    I'm wondering if there will be a decent deal for an entry level 4050 gaming laptop as part of BF or CM.

    I'm looking for something for the teenage son but don't want to spend a heap. This deal is tempting but I recall seeing a comment recently about the 3050 about to be 3 gens old (I think).

    • raisinberry777 on 25/11/2024 - 11:10

      The Lenovo LOQ AMD with a 4050 ends up being around $1150 after cashback - that's a decent option.

    • Blitzfx on 25/11/2024 - 11:17

      what game is he playing? 3050 is more than enough at medium settings FHD (1920x1080)

  • heyrosered on 25/11/2024 - 11:15

    Does anyone have experience with Lenovo warranty and repair support? I’m loyal to HP because they’re amazing at it, but would consider this if Lenovo are good (and will never touch an Acer for this reason lol)

    • Saver Scott on 25/11/2024 - 11:55

      I’ve had bad customer service from Lenovo. I remember the last time I tried buying from them I said, “Never again.” But my kid needs a laptop for school next year and this deal is tempting me. But I’ve also had terrible customer service from Dell and Acer. Apple is expensive for a laptop that might get destroyed in a kid’s school bag. I’ve just looked on productreview and all the computer companies seem to have terrible customer service reviews. I’m running out of options on who to buy from.

      • heyrosered on 25/11/2024 - 11:59

        That’s unfortunate to hear. If it’s important to you, HP customer service is amazing. I might stick with them…

  • stebie on 25/11/2024 - 11:22

    Its keyboard is not backlit (unfortunately?), as stated in the tech specs on the parent page here.

    • Blitzfx on 25/11/2024 - 11:34

      @JarrodsTech can confirm it's not backlit?

  • Danger on 25/11/2024 - 11:22

    Can someone point me to a cheap non-gaming laptop for basic internet surfing and 15.6" display for watching videos (wink wink).

  • mcceen on 25/11/2024 - 11:22

    Is the RAM upgradeable to 32GB?

    • stebie on 25/11/2024 - 11:30
      +1

      Yes.

      16GB (1x16GB) SO-DIMM DDR5-4800, single SO-DIMM slot, max 32GB (1x32GB)

  • Spacexyz on 25/11/2024 - 11:24

    Is it better than 1060 for the monke game?

    • Herodotaau on 25/11/2024 - 11:34

      Better, but still wouldn't be strong enough for demanding titles like black myth wukong. Settings would have to be low to run smooth.

  • leolink on 25/11/2024 - 11:36

    Can you also stack with the 10% off new customer discount? or excluded?

  • pwnd on 25/11/2024 - 12:03

    Thanks OP, great timing.
    How quickly does the transaction pop up on shopback? Used the 20% cash back offer and want to check that it registered

  • Treasurehunter on 25/11/2024 - 12:04

    This or https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/879305 ?
    I just use internet shopping watching youtube
    And just casual game

    • kaikor on 25/11/2024 - 12:08

      That of coz if you care about the screen

      • Treasurehunter on 25/11/2024 - 12:09

        Yeah that's why I just wondering this one only 300 nit … or If use good monitor instead?

  • cephh on 25/11/2024 - 12:10

    Any software eng's have laptop recommendations? I don't assume I'll need Dedicated GPU support as it is purely for work, nor do i want something as big as this laptop. preferably slimmer and less than 14 inches.

    Thanks

    • Kazusa on 25/11/2024 - 12:23

      MacBook Air m2/m3

  • VeganJerky on 25/11/2024 - 12:30

    Black Friday this Friday, maybe we will have better deals then.

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