Every console generation is pegged as “the last” by gamers who remain loyal to PC. With Xbox’s new focus on “everything is an Xbox” and next-generation console prices edging toward the thousand-dollar mark, that sentiment has never felt more relevant. This is why PC makers have started offering all-in-one desktop packages where you select components à la carte and wait for the big box to arrive at your door.
This is especially true of the Lenovo Legion Tower line, particularly the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i with an AMD Ryzen 7 7800. Like other all-in-one systems, the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i includes a suite of top-tier PC components under one roof. The best part is there’s no assembly required—just plug in and play, much like Fortnite’s best mode. For those who prefer a complete setup with minimal fuss, the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is one of the strongest options available.
First impressions are key, and Lenovo knows how to make a lasting impression on parents. The Legion Tower 5i comes in an impressively sleek black matte colourway that users will not have to wear gloves to touch. The case is smudge-free and features an emblazoned ‘LEGION’ on the front, as if Lenovo is welcoming you into the fold. You are also LEGION.
“The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i proves that plug-and-play gaming on a PC can be as effortless as console gaming.”
The chassis features both a standard and a transparent side panel, allowing users to showcase their setup and components with pride—especially if they have a specialized GPU, such as the Doom: The Dark Ages RTX 5080, which can be upgraded here. The clear panel also highlights how future-proof the Legion Tower 5i is. While the PC comes fully assembled and well-equipped, Lenovo has designed it for easy upgrades. The toolless case invites hardware enthusiasts to tinker if they become interested in building or modifying their own systems later on.
The case features a wide range of ports, allowing the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i to serve as the command centre of any gaming setup. Along the back are one USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), two USB-A (Hi-Speed USB 2.0), two USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2), two USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and an Ethernet port for wired connections (the desktop also supports wireless). On top, you’ll find a USB Type-C, USB Type-A and a 3.5 mm audio jack next to the power button for easy access. The tower also includes three DisplayPort 2.1 and one HDMI 2.1 port, allowing users to connect multiple monitors without a docking station. A true all-in-one powerhouse.
Unlike previous models, the main air vent is now positioned on top of the tower—an upgrade from the side-facing vents of its predecessors. This design offers better protection against dust and debris, though pet owners should keep the system elevated to prevent particles from being pulled inside. That’s easier said than done, as the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is a heavyweight, tipping the scales at about 34 pounds. The added heft gives it a premium feel and matches the sturdy build quality expected from the Legion line.
With LegionSpace built in, the cooling system can light up around the fan with customizable RGB effects visible through the top panel. LegionSpace is Lenovo’s built-in app for performance tuning, offering detailed system health reports and component monitoring. It caters to both PC enthusiasts and casual users, allowing adjustments to power output and performance settings. There are also easy-to-read presets such as “Quiet,” so less tech-savvy users can select a simple option and get back to gaming. The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i gives users complete control through LegionSpace or lets them enjoy reliable performance out of the box. No matter who’s behind the keyboard, Lenovo wants the Legion 5i to be the ride.
“From front to back, the Legion Tower 5i feels like the command centre of any gaming setup.”
But how does the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i play? After one of the easiest plug-and-play setups imaginable for a PC, and connecting it to a BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ DyAc 2 gaming monitor via DisplayPort, it’s safe to say the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i could replace your Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 Pro—and you might never look back. With a maximum resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 and a variable refresh rate, the Legion Tower 5i can handle some of the most demanding games while running DaVinci Resolve in the background without a noticeable drop in performance.
This capability comes from the prebuilt system’s loadout: an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU paired with an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D eight-core processor. It also helps that the Legion 5i includes an impressive 32 GB of VRAM, allowing it to run at less than 50 per cent load even on high settings. While playing graphically intense titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, I enabled DLSS and watched every scene play out smoothly, without a hitch. When Witcher Sense is active, the visuals stay rich and consistent. This is even more noticeable on displays that support a variable refresh rate. The Legion’s onboard processes keep up effortlessly with heavy workloads, leaving the user unaware of any strain.
Getting further under the hood of the Lenovo Legion 5i pre-built PC reveals where its true power lies. When running the 3DMark benchmark test, it earned a grade slightly above satisfactory for its components. The Lenovo Legion 5i performs well compared with other rigs using the same hardware. On 3DMark’s Steel Nomad test, the Lenovo Legion 5i scored a “great” 5415, slightly higher than the 5303 average posted for NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5070. The graphics test also maintained a steady average of 54 frames per second.
“Whether you’re gaming, editing or creating, the Legion Tower 5i performs like a teammate that never lets you down.”
When testing the Lenovo Legion 5i with 3DMark’s Solar Bay Ray-Tracing benchmark, it again performed slightly above average with a score of 106,378. During ray tracing, the Lenovo Legion 5i with an AMD Ryzen 7 7800 processor tore through the test, achieving a super-fast 404 frames per second. This pre-built PC could give even the most seasoned Counter-Strike 2 players an advantage with faster response times in battle. The benchmark also answers the question “Who needs a 400-hertz gaming monitor?” without it even being asked. While the newest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is now available, the Lenovo Legion 5i with the AMD Ryzen 7 7800 can still handle most gaming tasks with ease.
In performance mode, the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i produces periodic fan noise, though it’s never loud enough to be distracting. Set to “Quiet,” it’s almost silent. One note for Lenovo loyalists: this PC doesn’t include a free Xbox Game Pass trial, which is disappointing, but it doesn’t take away from its overall performance.
While playing Chivalry II from Torn Banner Studios, I jumped into a massive Team Objective match with 64 players, and the Legion Tower 5i handled it flawlessly. Despite the constant on-screen chaos, the system’s onboard DLSS made this the cleanest Chivalry II experience imaginable. Dropping into a “Suicide Mission” in Helldivers 2 also ran impeccably, with any setbacks coming from player error rather than lag spikes cutting missions short. Whatever the battlefield—whether creating, editing or even writing a review on a PC tower—the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i has had my back like a vigilant teammate for weeks.
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i with AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800 is the best console-like experience I’ve had. While it’s technically a high-end PC, its plug-and-play setup is a dream for anyone who just wants to jump in and play without the extra steps. The Legion 5i powers through demanding tasks with ease and maintains smooth frame rates throughout testing. Its components, including the AMD Ryzen 7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU, give it the muscle to tackle even the most intensive workloads. The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is a powerhouse that’s easy to recommend—provided you need this level of performance and have the budget to match.
