Gaming laptops are slowly becoming a popular option even for non-gamers. This is evident in many of the gaming laptops today steering clear of the “RGB everything” aesthetic. And while it stays true to its gaming roots, the Legion 5i is one such laptop.
If you’re curious about how it looks, it’s identical to the Legion 5. It even has a Stingray White version too. So, you already know this one’s a straight-up stunner.
It’s also decked out with a generous selection of ports. Here’s a list to be specific:
- 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Power connector (1x)
- Ethernet (RJ-45) (1x)
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) (1x)
- Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) (1x)
- HDMI 2.1 (1x)
- ThunderboltTM 4 / USB4TM 40Gbps (support data transfer and DisplayPortTM 1.4) (1x)
- Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (support data transfer,
- Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4) (1x)
These are laid out across the sides of the Legion 5i. But a bulk of them are located at the back so your sides remain unobstructed.
Hybrid work and play
Hybrid work is the buzzword these days. But it essentially means splitting time working at the office, at home, or some café somewhere. Make no mistake, the Legion 5i is still a beefy device, but it’s not too much a chore to bring wherever. Especially with the power you’re getting.
Inside this machine is a powerful 11th generation Intel Core™ i5-11400H (6C / 12T, 2.7 / 4.5GHz, 12MB). Play and stream the latest AAA titles at peak performance on the Legion 5i with up to 5.1GHz clock speeds, 8 cores, 16 MB of Intel®Smart Cache, Intel®Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel®Dynamic Tuning, and Intel®Wi-Fi 6. GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6, Boost Clock 1485 / 1695MHz, TGP 95W with built-in 2x 8GB SO-DIMM DDR4-3200, two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, dual-channel capable, up to 32GB DDR4-3200, and up to 512GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0×4 NVMe.
Storage can also be expanded by up to two drives, 2x M.2 SSD:
- Gen 4 M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
- Gen 4 M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB
Switch between pressure and pleasure
Sorry for the tech specs dump, but what all of these essentially mean is that the Legion 5i is a workhorse of a machine. You can jump from work to play and play to work in a jiffy and without a hitch.
You can stress over work in style when you’re doing it on the Legion 5i. No matter how hectic things get, you’ll still look fly with this in tow.
The keys are wide and nicely spaced with a decent travel thanks to the Legion TrueStrike keyboard. These make for a truly satisfying work experience that perhaps you didn’t know you could get on a gaming machine.
When you’re ready to play, the Legion 5i can run a wide variety of games. We played Death’s Door, Inscryption, and Kena: Bridge of Spirits — all of which ran perfectly and helped us get through the humdrums of daily life.
So, whether you’re faced with Docs, Sheets, and Presentations or you’re on Steam destressing, the Legion 5i is a handy-dandy companion. Now, these are all well and good. But Lenovo decided to up the ante with Legion Ultimate Support or LUS.
Legion Ultimate Support (LUS)
How does one go about maximizing all that Legion has to offer? Lenovo answered this call with Legion Ultimate Support (LUS). It’s a unique customer service experience built for gamers..
With LUS you’re getting access to 24/7, highly trained, Legion experts that will guide you to the ins and outs of your chosen Legion device. Specifically, you’re getting the following:
- Know-how around gaming titles, trends, and communities
- 24/7 availability through phone, chat, and email
- Next business day onsite support and fast repair
- Support for hardware, software, and accessories
It’s a kind of next-level support that’s tailor-made for the Legion. Find out more about it here.
Stay cool, through it all
If you’re going to do a lot on the Legion 5i, you can rest easy knowing it can take the heat. Its Coldfront 3.0 cooling system keeps everything nice and chilled no matter how heated things get.
Bear in mind that the fans can get loud, but it’s a fine trade-off to keep you humming along.
Power for different uses
If you’re mixing it up jumping from work, play, and even some light social media stalking or sneaking in an episode or two of your favorite show, you’d be happy to know that the Legion 5i can get you through the day on a single charge.
Naturally, things will be different if you’re going full-throttle gaming. You’d get about four (4) hours untethered. After which, you can juice up with the included 230/300W Slim Tip (3-pin) power adapter.
Join the Legion
It’s so easy to make the case for the Legion 5i as your next daily companion. If you’re not averse to carrying around something sizable both in physique and performance, it’s a wonderful machine to cop.
The unit we were blessed to try came in Stingray White which is stunning to look at. But it’s also available in Phantom Blue and Shadow Black if those are the colors you feel like rocking with more.
The Legion 5i starts at PhP 79,995. Visit legion.lenovo.com for more information.
This feature is a collaboration between GadgetMatch and Lenovo Legion Philippines.
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Entertainment have revealed a fresh wave of details for The Blood of Dawnwalker, confirming its release on September 3, 2026.
The upcoming dark fantasy open-world action RPG is headed to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, with pre-orders now live across digital storefronts and retail. The announcement came alongside the game’s “Road to Launch” event, which packed in new gameplay footage, story reveals, and system requirements.
Story, gameplay, and a deeper look at Vale Sangora
A new story trailer introduces key characters surrounding protagonist Coen, a Dawnwalker caught between humanity and vampirism. Set in the fictional Vale Sangora in the Carpathian Mountains, the game leans heavily into choice-driven storytelling, where allies, enemies, and outcomes shift depending on player decisions.
Rebel Wolves also showcased over 10 minutes of gameplay captured from a recent PC build. The footage highlights narrative-driven exploration, where uncovering secrets and completing activities can unlock abilities or alter how events unfold. The core idea is simple: every action carries consequences, shaping both the story and the state of the world.
Developers including Piotr Kucharski, Daria Bury-Zawada, Maciej Wiśniewski, and Dorota Rutkowska also broke down key systems and design philosophies in a new dev diary.
Motion capture, editions, and system requirements revealed
A behind-the-scenes segment featured former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz, who contributed motion capture work for Bakir, one of the game’s antagonists. His involvement adds a layer of realism to combat, with a focus on weight and impact in every strike.
Rebel Wolves also detailed multiple editions of the game. Alongside the standard digital version and retail Day One Edition, players can opt for the Eclipse Edition, which includes bonuses like a world compendium, soundtrack, and comic book. A Collector’s Edition will also be available in limited quantities.
Official PC system requirements were likewise shared during the event, giving players a clearer idea of what hardware they’ll need to run the game.
A dark fantasy journey shaped by choice
Set in 14th-century Europe during a time of war and plague, The Blood of Dawnwalker follows Coen’s struggle against Brencis, a powerful vampire lord ruling over Vale Sangora. As a Dawnwalker, Coen walks a fine line between two worlds, gaining unique abilities while dealing with the cost that comes with them.
Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game emphasizes player agency, blending open-world exploration with branching narrative paths. Whether forming alliances or facing off against enemies, every decision feeds back into how the story unfolds.
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is making its way to more players, and you can jump in right now.
Square Enix has released a free playable demo for the acclaimed RPG on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC. Better yet, your progress carries over to the full game when it launches on June 3, 2026.
The demo includes Chapters 1 and 2, giving players a substantial slice of the experience right from the start.
A look at the opening chapters
Chapter 1 revisits one of the most pivotal moments in the story — the Nibelheim incident. You take control of a younger Cloud alongside Sephiroth as they investigate a mysterious outbreak of monsters. It’s a story beat longtime fans will recognize, but still hits hard with its modern presentation.
Chapter 2 opens things up. Cloud and the crew step into the Grasslands, where the game starts to flex its scale. Expect a mix of combat encounters, exploration, side activities, and even the in-game card battler Queen’s Blood.
Combat blends real-time action with command-based strategy, now enhanced with Synergy Abilities. The demo also introduces “Streamlined Progression” options like unlimited HP/MP and faster ability unlocks, letting players focus more on the story if they choose.
Pre-orders and physical bonuses
Pre-orders are now open across platforms, with a 20% discount available until June 10, 2026.
Digital editions come with in-game bonuses like Summoning Materia, armor sets, and accessories. Meanwhile, early buyers of the Nintendo Switch 2 physical edition get a little extra — a collectible Magic: The Gathering–Final Fantasy Zack Fair card featuring variant art by Tetsuya Nomura, available while supplies last.
Preparing for the final chapter
Set beyond Midgar, Rebirth follows Cloud and his allies — including Tifa, Barret, Aerith, and Red XIII — as they pursue Sephiroth across a wider world. New companions like Yuffie and Cait Sith join the journey, adding more personality and dynamics to the party.
Already released on PlayStation 5 and PC, the game has racked up over 125 perfect review scores and more than 40 Game of the Year awards. With its arrival on Switch 2 and Xbox, the remake trilogy is now nearly fully playable across modern platforms.
That puts more players in position for what’s next: the third and final installment, which is currently in development.
Gaming
Level Infinite launches Gangstar Mirage City exclusively in PH
A blend of high-speed street racing, exploration, more
Level Infinite has launched a brand new mobile title exclusively available in the Philippines: Gangstar Mirage City.
Players can enjoy a blend of freedom, action, and dynamic gameplay in the free-to-play multiplayer open-world mobile game.
It is set in a near-future metropolis of Rooklyn, where thrilling action, player choice, and unpredictable moments collide.
Mirage City is the latest chapter in Gameloft’s renowned Gangstar franchise, with more than 250 million registered users.
It brings an expansive open-world gameplay to mobile, powered by high-fidelity graphics and detailed environments tailored for mobile play.
At its core, Mirage City is about freedom. As such, players can alternate between story-driven content and free-form exploration. They can navigate the city, build an empire, and define a personal journey.
There’s high-speed street racing, explosive encounters, and dynamic city events. Moreover, there is deep customization across vehicles, properties, and lifestyle, plus a wide range of activities in-game.
Being a Philippines-exclusive, title, the open-world RPG supports Tagalog text as well to bring the experience closer to its audience.
For now, the game is available for download via Google Play for Android devices.
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