The short version
Key points
- The laptop starts at $1,329 AUD.
- It includes an Intel Core i7-14700HX with 20 cores and 28 threads.
- Graphics are handled by an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 with support for DLSS and ray tracing.
- The 15.6-inch display is described as a 1440p, 165Hz G-Sync panel with 100% sRGB coverage.
- Lenovo includes a 60Wh battery, Rapid Charge Pro and a dual-fan cooling design.
Design and connectivity
The Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9 has a Lunar Grey chassis with a design influenced by Lenovo’s Legion gaming laptops. It includes rear-mounted ports for easier access, along with a selection of connections suitable for gaming, displays and wired networking.
The available ports include three USB-A ports, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port rated for up to 10Gbps, HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, a headphone and microphone combination jack, and the power connector. The USB-C port supports up to 140W power delivery and DisplayPort 1.4 output. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.
Display, keyboard and camera
The laptop has a 15.6-inch display described in the video as a 1440p panel with 100% sRGB colour coverage, a 165Hz refresh rate and G-Sync support. The high refresh rate is intended to provide smoother gaming, while the panel’s stated colour coverage may also suit general creative and everyday work.
The keyboard includes backlighting, a full-size arrow-key layout and a dedicated number pad. Multimedia function keys are positioned above the keyboard. A 1080p webcam sits above the display and includes dual microphones, fixed focus and a privacy shutter.
Performance hardware
The reviewed configuration uses Intel’s Core i7-14700HX mobile processor. It has 20 cores, consisting of eight performance cores and 12 efficiency cores, with 28 threads in total. The performance cores can boost to 5.5GHz, while the efficiency cores can boost to 3.9GHz, according to the video. The processor has a stated 55W TDP.
The system supports up to 32GB of DDR5-5600 memory in dual-channel configuration. The video also refers to Intel Thread Director, which assigns workloads between performance and efficiency cores, and Intel Smart Cache as features intended to help manage performance.
Graphics are provided by an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060. The GPU supports ray tracing and DLSS 3, including AI-assisted frame generation. The video positions this combination as suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, although performance will depend on the game and settings used.
Cooling, battery and additional features
Lenovo uses a dual-fan cooling system with dedicated intake and exhaust areas. The laptop also includes a hybrid chamber thermal design intended to manage heat from the main components. A sound-meter test in the video is described as showing effective cooling with low noise levels, although no specific noise figure is provided.
The LOQ has a 60Wh lithium-polymer battery and Rapid Charge Pro. Lenovo’s charging feature is described as taking the battery from zero to 50% in 30 minutes. The video reports nearly a full workday during web browsing, document writing and music playback, while gaming reduced battery life. The included power brick is described as large.
The built-in stereo speakers use two 2W drivers and Nahimic Audio software. Nahimic also provides an audio radar overlay that indicates the direction of sounds during gameplay. Lenovo’s Legion AI Engine+ uses the LA1 AI chip, software, firmware and driver support to monitor gaming performance and adjust fan and power behaviour.
TechManPat’s conclusion
I see the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9 as a strong choice for high-frame-rate gaming in a relatively affordable package. The Intel Core i7-14700HX, RTX 4060, 165Hz display, cooling system and Lenovo’s performance optimisation features make it feel closer to a desktop-style gaming experience, while the 2.38kg weight keeps it practical for travelling gamers.
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