Lenovo Legion 9i

LaptopMedia.com Laptop Specs Lenovo Legion 9i (18″, Gen 10) Lenovo Legion 9i

Date Published: 06 Nov 2025

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (Laptop)
18.0”, UHD+ (3840 x 2400), 240 Hz, IPS
2000GB SSD
64GB RAM
3.50 kg (7.7 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.0 Portability Very Good

10.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL

8.9 For Work Excellent

9.5 For Gaming EXCEPTIONAL

Lenovo Legion 9i

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Specs

Display
18.0”, UHD+ (3840 x 2400), 240 Hz, IPS

HDD/SSD
2000GB SSD

M.2 Slot
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 5.0 x4 + 3x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
64GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Home

Body Material
Aluminum, Carbon

Dimensions
403 x 296.9 x 23.9 - 27.95 mm (15.87" x 11.69" x 0.94")

Weight
3.50 kg (7.7 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

2x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)

1x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Sleep and Charge

1x USB Type-C
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)

2x USB Type-C
4.0, Thunderbolt 5, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

HDMI
2.1 (8K@60Hz)

Card Reader
SD (SD, SDHC, SDXC)

Ethernet LAN
10, 100, 1000, 2500 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7

Bluetooth
5.4

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera
5.0MP + 3D IR, with E-shutter, fixed focus

Backlit keyboard

Microphone
Dual-microphone array

Speakers
6 stereo speakers, 2W x4 (woofers), 2W x2 (tweeters), optimized with Nahimic Audio, Smart Amplifier (AMP)

Security Lock slot

Gifts
3 Months of PC Game Pass

Portability

Lenovo Legion 9i (18″, Gen 10)

15.87" x 11.69" x 0.94" Dimensions

3.50 kg (7.7 lbs) Weight

Average 18.0-inch laptop

3.59 kg (7.9 lbs) +2% Weight

Review

Lenovo Legion 9i in-depth review

The Lenovo Legion 9i (18", Gen 10) isn't just a laptop; it's a flex. From its mesmerizing forged carbon lid to its staggering spec sheet featuring an RTX 5090 and Thunderbolt 5, this machine is designed to dominate every conversation and every benchmark. It represents the absolute pinnacle of Lenovo's engineering, cramming workstation-level upgradeability, including four RAM slots and four SSD bays, into a chassis that feels more like a luxury hypercar than a computer. But does this opulent display of technology translate into a superior gaming experience, or is it just expensive overkill? We put this titan to the test to find out.You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/lenovo-legion-9i-18-gen-10/Specs, Drivers, What[...]

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Pros

Stunning forged carbon design and rock-solid build quality
Unrivaled upgradeability with 4x RAM slots and 4x M.2 slots (1x Gen5)
Incredible GPU performance with excellent cooling
Future-proof connectivity with dual Thunderbolt 5 ports and Wi-Fi 7
Excellent keyboard and massive trackpad
Color-accurate display suitable for professional work

Cons

CPU runs extremely hot under sustained heavy load
Display contrast is mediocre compared to OLED/MiniLED rivals
Large and heavy footprint limits portability

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Before you start: Power the laptop off, unplug the charger and peripherals, and hold the power button for a few seconds to discharge residual power. Work on a clean, non-conductive surface and use ESD protection if available. Opening the bottom panelPlace the laptop upside down on a soft surface to avoid scratching the lid. Remove all bottom-cover screws (lengths can differ, so keep track of where each one came from). Insert a thin plastic pry tool between the bottom panel and the chassis near an edge and release the first clip. Work your way aroun[...]