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Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 (2023)

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The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8, released in Q1 2023, is Lenovo's mid-tier 16-inch enthusiast gaming laptop — the successor to the Legion 5 Pro Gen 7 and a direct rival to the ASUS TUF Gaming A16, HP Omen 16, and MSI Katana 15 of its era. This generation ships in two hardware variants that share the exact same "Onyx Grey" aluminum chassis, the same displays, and the same 140W NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series graphics: the Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 (chassis code 16IRX8) with Intel 13th Gen "Raptor Lake" HX-series processors, and the Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 (chassis code 16ARX8) with AMD Ryzen 7000 HX-series processors. Because Lenovo configured both variants with a wide spectrum of processor, graphics, memory, storage, and display combinations throughout their 2023–2024 retail run, your exact build determines its final resale price. Select your components using our tool above to view an instant cash offer for your exact device, or start from our Lenovo Legion trade-in page.

Which Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 do you have?

Flip your laptop closed and turn it upside down. Near the bottom edge of the aluminum cover, look for a small label printed with the full Machine Type Model (MTM) code — a four-digit code (like 82WK or 82WM) followed by additional numbers that identify your exact factory configuration. The chassis code printed nearby will read either "16IRX8" (Intel) or "16ARX8" (AMD). If the label is worn or missing, open the Start menu, type "About your PC" and press Enter, then read the "Processor" line: a 13th Gen Intel Core chip (model number contains "-13" like i7-13700HX) confirms the Intel variant, while an AMD Ryzen 7000 chip (like Ryzen 7 7745HX) confirms the AMD variant.

✔ It's a Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 (16IRX8) if…

  • The chassis code reads 16IRX8
  • The MTM code starts with 82WK
  • The CPU is Intel Core i5-13500HX, i7-13650HX, i7-13700HX, or i9-13900HX
  • The product name includes the "i" suffix (Legion Pro 5i)

✔ It's a Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 (16ARX8) if…

  • The chassis code reads 16ARX8
  • The MTM code starts with 82WM
  • The CPU is AMD Ryzen 5 7645HX, 7 7745HX, or 9 7945HX
  • The product name has no suffix (Legion Pro 5, without the "i")

Don't confuse it with lookalike Legion siblings. The Legion Pro 5i Gen 9 (16IRX9, 2024) is the direct successor and looks completely identical from the outside — same Onyx Grey chassis, same keyboard, same everything. The only tells are the 14th Gen Intel CPU (i5-14500HX, i7-14700HX, or i9-14900HX) and the "16IRX9" chassis code on the bottom sticker. The Legion Pro 5i Gen 7 (16IAH7H, 2022) is the older predecessor with 12th Gen Intel chips. The Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 (16IRX8H) uses the same "IRX8" family but adds an "H" suffix and ships with higher-tier RTX 4080 or 4090 graphics. Always trust the chassis code on the sticker over the outward appearance. Still unsure? Follow our guide to finding your Lenovo laptop's Machine Type Model number.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • 16IRX8 (Intel): Core i5-13500HX — 14 cores (6P + 8E), 20 threads, up to 4.7 GHz P-core
  • 16IRX8 (Intel): Core i7-13650HX — 14 cores (6P + 8E), 20 threads, up to 4.9 GHz P-core
  • 16IRX8 (Intel): Core i7-13700HX — 16 cores (8P + 8E), 24 threads, up to 5.0 GHz P-core
  • 16IRX8 (Intel): Core i9-13900HX — 24 cores (8P + 16E), 32 threads, up to 5.4 GHz P-core
  • 16ARX8 (AMD): Ryzen 5 7645HX — 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 5.0 GHz
  • 16ARX8 (AMD): Ryzen 7 7745HX — 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.1 GHz
  • 16ARX8 (AMD): Ryzen 9 7945HX — 16 cores, 32 threads, up to 5.4 GHz

Graphics (GPU)

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop — 6GB GDDR6 (140W TGP)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop — 8GB GDDR6 (140W TGP)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop — 8GB GDDR6 (140W TGP)
  • All three GPU tiers include NVIDIA Advanced Optimus with a physical MUX Switch, Dynamic Boost 2.0, and DLSS 3.5. Legion Pro 5 does not offer RTX 4080 or 4090 — those are reserved for the Legion Pro 7i.

Memory (RAM)

  • 16IRX8 (Intel): DDR5-4800 or DDR5-5600, two SO-DIMM slots
  • 16ARX8 (AMD): DDR5-5200 (modules are 5600 but throttle to 5200 due to CPU limit)
  • Factory options shipped in 16GB or 32GB capacities
  • User-upgradable to a maximum of 32GB (Lenovo official) — third-party 64GB kits also work in practice

Storage

  • Two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 x4 slots — one slot ships populated, the second ships empty on most SKUs for easy user expansion
  • 512GB or 1TB per drive factory capacities (maximum 2TB total from Lenovo's own configurator)
  • No 2.5-inch drive bay — the chassis is SSD-only

Display & audio

Display

All Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 configurations use a 16-inch WQXGA (2560 × 1600) 16:10 IPS panel with X-Rite factory color calibration, 100% sRGB coverage, NVIDIA G-SYNC, and Advanced Optimus support. Two panel tiers exist: standard 165Hz at 300 nits with Dolby Vision (base SKUs), or upgraded 240Hz at 500 nits with DisplayHDR 400, Dolby Vision, and TÜV Rheinland High Gaming Performance certification (mid- and top-tier SKUs).

Audio

Dual 2W stereo speakers optimized with Nahimic Audio processing, plus a dual-microphone array for gaming and video calls.

Ports & connectivity

The Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 keeps its ports around the perimeter, with heavy cables (Ethernet, HDMI, power) routed out of the back to keep desk cabling tidy. Notably, this generation removed the Thunderbolt 4 port that Legion Pro 5 laptops had carried for years — reviewers flagged this as a genuine downgrade compared to the Gen 7 predecessor.

Rear
  • 1× Power connector (slim-tip)
  • 1× RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
  • 1× HDMI 2.1 (supports up to 8K/60Hz)
  • 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports data transfer and DisplayPort 1.4 only — no Power Delivery on this rear port)
  • 1× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
Left & Right Sides
  • 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports data transfer, DisplayPort 1.4, and Lenovo Power Delivery 140W) (this is the primary USB-C charging port — a proprietary Lenovo 140W USB-C protocol, not standard USB-PD)
  • 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one on left, one on right)
  • 1× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 with Always On charging
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • No SD card reader, no Thunderbolt 4

Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.2 Lenovo LA1 AI Chip

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

4-cell 80 Whr lithium-ion battery — a single battery option across both Intel and AMD variants — with Super Rapid Charge Pro (0–80% in 30 minutes, full charge in 60 minutes). Ships with either a 230W or 300W slim-tip 3-pin power adapter depending on GPU tier.

Camera & mic

Two webcam options: standard HD (720p) with e-shutter, or upgraded FHD (1080p) with e-shutter (both fixed focus). Dual-microphone array for voice pickup.

Keyboard

Full-size 6-row backlit chiclet keyboard with a dedicated 10-key numeric keypad and Lenovo's TrueStrike 1.5mm-travel keys. Backlight color varies by SKU: 4-zone RGB, single-zone blue, or single-zone white. Buttonless Mylar Precision touchpad.

Cooling & AI tuning

Lenovo's Legion Coldfront 5.0 cooling system with dual fans, larger intelligent intake/exhaust vents, and customized fan curve controls via Lenovo Vantage. The dedicated Lenovo LA1 AI Chip dynamically tunes CPU/GPU power delivery in real time during gaming — a feature unique to the Gen 8 and later Legion Pro laptops.

Build materials

Aluminum lid, PC-ABS plastic bottom cover. Onyx Grey finish exclusive to the Legion Pro line, with anodized surface treatment.

Weight & dimensions

≈ 2.55 kg (5.6 lb). Dimensions: 363.4 × 260.35 × 22.45–26.75 mm (14.31" × 10.25" × 0.88–1.05"). Wedge profile — thinner at the front, thicker at the rear.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find my exact Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 model number and Machine Type Model (MTM) code?
Flip your laptop upside down and look for the printed regulatory label on the bottom aluminum cover — it lists the full chassis code (either 16IRX8 for Intel or 16ARX8 for AMD) along with the four-character Machine Type prefix (82WK for Intel, 82WM for AMD). The full MTM code follows a format like "82WK006AUS" or "82WM0079ID" and identifies your exact factory configuration and region. If the sticker is worn, open the Start menu, type "System Information," press Enter, and read the "System Model" line — Lenovo prints the MTM there too. You can also enter your MTM at psref.lenovo.com to pull up the exact factory spec sheet. For pictures showing exactly where these markings sit, see our Lenovo model number guide.
02 Is my laptop the Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 or the Gen 9? They look identical.
This is the single biggest identification trap for Legion Pro 5 sellers. The Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 (16IRX8, 2023) and Legion Pro 5i Gen 9 (16IRX9, 2024) share the exact same Onyx Grey chassis, same keyboard, same display, same ports — visually you cannot tell them apart. The only two reliable distinguishers are (1) the chassis code on the bottom sticker (16IRX8 vs 16IRX9), and (2) the CPU generation: a 13th Gen Intel Core chip (like i7-13700HX or i9-13900HX, model number starting with "13") means Gen 8, while a 14th Gen Intel Core chip (like i7-14700HX or i9-14900HX, starting with "14") means Gen 9. Similarly for AMD: 16ARX8 uses Ryzen 7000-series chips, while any refresh with newer Ryzen chips would be a different chassis code entirely. Selecting the wrong generation on our quote form will produce a wrong offer — always trust the sticker.
03 Can I sell a Legion Pro 5 that has a worn battery, loud fans, or missing accessories?
Yes. We buy the Legion Pro 5 in every functional state. This model is known to run its fans hard under gaming loads, and the 80 Whr battery in a two-plus-year-old gaming laptop rarely holds its original charge — neither disqualifies your device. The original 230W or 300W slim-tip power adapter should be included if you still have it (missing chargers reduce the offer by roughly 5–8% because we cannot fully test the laptop at full power). Whether it works perfectly, has a cracked screen, missing keys, or won't power on at all, simply select the matching condition options in the quote tool above and you'll see a firm cash offer that reflects the device as it is today.
04 Which specs raise my Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 trade-in value the most?
Many people don't realize how much per-configuration variance affects a used gaming laptop's cash value. For the Legion Pro 5 Gen 8, the biggest levers are (1) the GPU tier — RTX 4070 (8GB) is worth substantially more than RTX 4060 or 4050 because it commands the strongest secondhand gaming demand; (2) processor tier — an i9-13900HX or Ryzen 9 7945HX beats an i5 or Ryzen 5 by a meaningful margin; (3) RAM — a factory 32GB kit is worth noticeably more than 16GB, since gaming and creative workloads increasingly need more; (4) the upgraded 240Hz 500-nit DisplayHDR 400 panel beats the base 165Hz 300-nit panel; and (5) storage — a 1TB or dual-drive setup beats a 512GB base drive. When you fill out the quote form, specify the display panel and RAM carefully — misreporting a 500-nit HDR panel as a 300-nit standard panel will substantially lower your offer. For a broader picture of the used Lenovo market, see our guide to selling your Lenovo laptop without getting lowballed.
05 Many people don't know Gadget Salvation exists — how does the trade-in and cash payout actually work?
Many people don't realize that professional trade-in services like ours pay real cash — not Lenovo store credit or Best Buy gift cards — for used gaming laptops like the Legion Pro 5, and often at rates that beat the effort of listing on eBay or dealing with lowballing buyers. Our process takes minutes: select your configuration and condition above to lock in an offer, ship the laptop with our free, fully insured prepaid UPS label, and once your Legion arrives at our diagnostics lab and our intake team completes internal component functional testing (including a certified NIST-compliant drive wipe on both M.2 SSDs), payment is approved within two business days. Payout channels cover PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, and CashApp, alongside traditional paper checks delivered straight to your mailbox. See the full breakdown on our how it works page, or review our data erasure protocols before sending your device.