[Lenovo Canada] Lenovo Legion Y530 laptop - $1059.99

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Aug 16th, 2019 3:23 pm

Gru001 [OP]: Newbie; Oct 27, 2014; 21 posts; 16 upvotes; Vancouver, BC

Aug 16th, 2019 3:23 pm

[Lenovo Canada] Lenovo Legion Y530 laptop - $1059.99

Deal Link:: https://www.lenovo.com/ca/en/laptops/le ... 8GMY501020
Price:: 1059
Savings:: 700
Retailer:: Lenovo Canada

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Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-8300H (2.30GHz, up to 4.0GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 cores, 8MB Cache)
Operating System: Windows 10 Home 64
Display Type: 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 300 nits, IPS anti-glare
Memory: 8GB DDR4 2666MHz (1 Dimm)
Hard Drive: 256GB Solid State Drive PCIe
Warranty: 1 Year Depot or Carry-in
AC Adapter: 170 watt AC
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
Battery: 3 cell Li-polymer, 57Wh
Camera: 720p HD camera with microphone
Keyboard: Fullsize Backlit Keyboard - English
Wireless: Lenovo 802.11 AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth® 4.1

Price is $1059 , 10% ebates should be available.

Thinking about getting this, any thoughts?

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Aug 16th, 2019 3:44 pm

kunamvahees: Deal Addict; Aug 11, 2007; 2137 posts; 1370 upvotes; Markham

Aug 16th, 2019 3:44 pm

Good price but not hot if we compare it to the Price Error deal.
Thank you OP.
EBates is 10% now for Lenovo.

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Thank you

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Aug 16th, 2019 3:46 pm

Ecsta: Deal Addict; Jan 17, 2009; 3314 posts; 3289 upvotes; Toronto, Ontario

Aug 16th, 2019 3:46 pm

kunamvahees wrote: ↑ Good price but not hot if we compare it to the Price Error deal.
Thank you OP.
EBates is 10% now for Lenovo.

RFD has ruined me for Lenovo pricing.. I didn't even get the price error but reading those threads makes me want a Lenovo just to wave to other RFD'ers.

Aug 16th, 2019 3:50 pm

davidr519: Jr. Member; Feb 25, 2018; 140 posts; 248 upvotes; Toronto

Aug 16th, 2019 3:50 pm

oddly this doesn't come with the accidental protection :/

Aug 16th, 2019 3:51 pm

phoreoneone: Deal Addict; Oct 8, 2011; 1463 posts; 4528 upvotes

Aug 16th, 2019 3:51 pm

kunamvahees wrote: ↑ Good price but not hot if we compare it to the Price Error deal.
Thank you OP.
EBates is 10% now for Lenovo.

Nothing will be hot if you keep comparing it to the price error deal

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Aug 16th, 2019 4:02 pm

mahava: Newbie; Sep 18, 2018; 78 posts; 13 upvotes

Aug 16th, 2019 4:02 pm

This mobile gtx 1060 has the 6gb memory, correct? I think I saw on userbenchmark that there is a 3gb version of that gpu? Another thing I want to know about these lenovos is if the intel graphics are enabled and if it switches between the two depending on program and workload?

Aug 16th, 2019 4:04 pm

davidr519: Jr. Member; Feb 25, 2018; 140 posts; 248 upvotes; Toronto

Aug 16th, 2019 4:04 pm

mahava wrote: ↑ This mobile gtx 1060 has the 6gb memory, correct? I think I saw on userbenchmark that there is a 3gb version of that gpu? Another thing I want to know about these lenovos is if the intel graphics are enabled and if it switches between the two depending on program and workload?

This one comes with the 6gb 1060... buying the 3gb 1060 is a waste of money imo

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Aug 16th, 2019 4:09 pm

mahava: Newbie; Sep 18, 2018; 78 posts; 13 upvotes

Aug 16th, 2019 4:09 pm

What's wrong with the screen? Is it the 300 nits one?

Aug 16th, 2019 4:24 pm

Gru001 [OP]: Newbie; Oct 27, 2014; 21 posts; 16 upvotes; Vancouver, BC

Aug 16th, 2019 4:24 pm

mahava wrote: ↑ This mobile gtx 1060 has the 6gb memory, correct? I think I saw on userbenchmark that there is a 3gb version of that gpu? Another thing I want to know about these lenovos is if the intel graphics are enabled and if it switches between the two depending on program and workload?

Yes 6gb and yes has the switch. There is a nice you tube review from some guy in AU. He got 328 nits screen brightness in testing, 4hr 40 min battery while watching you tube videos. I mainly want it for occasional gaming and work when away from home. I think I am ordering in the next few days, unless someone here doesn't change my mind

Overall I like that is it smaller and thinner than lets say dell or acer, reviews say that is has a pretty good build, keyboard, track pad, battery life. Weight in this config should be 4.7lb from what I found. Thermals are good too, unless going 100% CPU, then it throttles back a bit, but apparently still no performance hit in games.

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Aug 16th, 2019 5:15 pm

mahava: Newbie; Sep 18, 2018; 78 posts; 13 upvotes

Aug 16th, 2019 5:15 pm

Good info, Gru001

I bought the New Dell G3-3590 posted on RFD but had to return it because of defect. Eventually had to ask the bank to dispute over refund; so, I'm considering getting this one. Using the G3 as a baseline comparison, there is only a minor difference between this 8th gen i5 and the 9th gen one in the G3. The 9th gen one is slightly faster and can support more memory, I believe. The G3 had the GTX 1650 which has less memory than the 1060 6gb. I couldn't find a good GPU comparison of the mobile GPU's on userbenchmark. This RAM is one 8gb stick compared to the G3's 2x4 gb stick. That means I'll have to add another stick to have dual channel memory, but 16gb, which is good.

I like how I could see both the integrated and NVIDIA graphics in task manager on the G3 and also that it had a SD card reader. I don't think this has a card reader, only USB. I think these laptops should have at least two kinds of media readers since they no longer have DVD's. I didn't like the matte, dim 60hz screen on the G3. I see people complaining about the audio and wifi card on this lenovo... so, potentially, I would have to change the wifi card and use headphones?

Have you ever seen this laptop in person? If so, how does it look? I was considering the ROG strix one posted here, good thing I went into best buy to check it out first, cause it is one hot ass mess. The only good thing on that one was the 120hz screen. Honestly, I think these companies have the hardware differences so as to thwart price matching across brands. I wanna see what others have to say.

Aug 16th, 2019 5:22 pm

nivek_k2020: Sr. Member; Feb 14, 2010; 905 posts; 335 upvotes; The Great North

Aug 16th, 2019 5:22 pm

Is it true that the GTX GPU series is better than the RTX series?

Aug 16th, 2019 5:43 pm

Superjester: Sr. Member; Jul 22, 2015; 616 posts; 1115 upvotes; Toronto, ON

Aug 16th, 2019 5:43 pm

*Sigh*

Images

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Aug 16th, 2019 5:52 pm

LockAndKey: Sr. Member; Sep 23, 2014; 657 posts; 925 upvotes; Toronto, ON

Aug 16th, 2019 5:52 pm

nivek_k2020 wrote: ↑ Is it true that the GTX GPU series is better than the RTX series?

I'd like some of what you're smoking.

Aug 16th, 2019 6:18 pm

Gru001 [OP]: Newbie; Oct 27, 2014; 21 posts; 16 upvotes; Vancouver, BC

Aug 16th, 2019 6:18 pm

mahava wrote: ↑ Good info, Gru001

I bought the New Dell G3-3590 posted on RFD but had to return it because of defect. Eventually had to ask the bank to dispute over refund; so, I'm considering getting this one. Using the G3 as a baseline comparison, there is only a minor difference between this 8th gen i5 and the 9th gen one in the G3. The 9th gen one is slightly faster and can support more memory, I believe. The G3 had the GTX 1650 which has less memory than the 1060 6gb. I couldn't find a good GPU comparison of the mobile GPU's on userbenchmark. This RAM is one 8gb stick compared to the G3's 2x4 gb stick. That means I'll have to add another stick to have dual channel memory, but 16gb, which is good.

I like how I could see both the integrated and NVIDIA graphics in task manager on the G3 and also that it had a SD card reader. I don't think this has a card reader, only USB. I think these laptops should have at least two kinds of media readers since they no longer have DVD's. I didn't like the matte, dim 60hz screen on the G3. I see people complaining about the audio and wifi card on this lenovo... so, potentially, I would have to change the wifi card and use headphones?

Have you ever seen this laptop in person? If so, how does it look? I was considering the ROG strix one posted here, good thing I went into best buy to check it out first, cause it is one hot ass mess. The only good thing on that one was the 120hz screen. Honestly, I think these companies have the hardware differences so as to thwart price matching across brands. I wanna see what others have to say.

Well 1060 will be 20-30% faster in games compared to 1650 from the benchmarks I was able to find. I really do not care about SD readers, as I do not remember ever using one. Screens seem to be a drawback with all the mid range gaming laptops, as in being dim and not being great with reproducing colors. This lenovo is no exception, but it it seems to be brighter and a bit better than G3 from the testing results I was able to find. Would a 120 or 144mhz screen be better for games, sure, but I am not looking for this to be my main rig, I have a desktop for that. Wasn't able to see any complaints about wifi / audio. Not sure if what you found are specific to this model. Google you tube Jarrod to find the AU guy that posted a review of this exact model. It is very detailed.

As for the looks, I do not like bulky laptops as I plan to use this when I am traveling. So this smaller / slimmer and non flashy laptop seems to fit the bill. No, haven't seen it in person.

Aug 17th, 2019 6:38 pm

Gru001 [OP]: Newbie; Oct 27, 2014; 21 posts; 16 upvotes; Vancouver, BC

Aug 17th, 2019 6:38 pm

Well, after digging for few days I found out that for $120 more you can get Processor : Intel Core i5-9300H + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti 6GB. GTX 1660ti is almost as fast as mobile rtx 2060, only few % behind, minus ray tracing. If you are into ray tracing, you can add rtx 2060 to build for $120.

When configuring I have removed regular HDD and just left SSD, so total cost was $1188 after the intelgamerdays coupon..

Legion Y545 15" Premium

Processor : Intel Core i5-9300H (2.40GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 cores, 8MB Cache)
Operating System : Windows 10 Home 64
Operating System Language : Windows 10 Home 64 English
Microsoft Productivity Software : None
Memory : 8GB DDR4 2666MHz
Second Hard Drive : 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2, PCIe-NVMe
Display : 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 300 nits, IPS, anti-glare, 60Hz
Graphic Card : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti 6GB
Color : Black
Keyboard : Backlit Keyboard - US English
Camera : 720p HD camera with microphone
Surface Treatment : Anodizing
Chipset : HM370
Palmrest : PC/ABS
Battery : 3 Cell Li-Polymer, 57Wh
Power Cord : 230W AC Adapter - US
Wireless : 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth 4.1
Language Pack : Publication-English
Warranty : 1 Year Depot or Carry-in

Aug 17th, 2019 7:18 pm

peteryorkuca: Deal Fanatic; Jul 26, 2007; 5564 posts; 3068 upvotes; Toronto

Aug 17th, 2019 7:18 pm

Gru001 wrote: ↑ Well, after digging for few days I found out that for $120 more you can get Processor : Intel Core i5-9300H + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti 6GB. GTX 1660ti is almost as fast as mobile rtx 2060, only few % behind, minus ray tracing. If you are into ray tracing, you can add rtx 2060 to build for $120.

When configuring I have removed regular HDD and just left SSD, so total cost was $1188 after the intelgamerdays coupon..

Legion Y545 15" Premium

Processor : Intel Core i5-9300H (2.40GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 cores, 8MB Cache)
Operating System : Windows 10 Home 64
Operating System Language : Windows 10 Home 64 English
Microsoft Productivity Software : None
Memory : 8GB DDR4 2666MHz
Second Hard Drive : 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2, PCIe-NVMe
Display : 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 300 nits, IPS, anti-glare, 60Hz
Graphic Card : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti 6GB
Color : Black
Keyboard : Backlit Keyboard - US English
Camera : 720p HD camera with microphone
Surface Treatment : Anodizing
Chipset : HM370
Palmrest : PC/ABS
Battery : 3 Cell Li-Polymer, 57Wh
Power Cord : 230W AC Adapter - US
Wireless : 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth 4.1
Language Pack : Publication-English
Warranty : 1 Year Depot or Carry-in

$40 cheaper using epp site @ $1149

Aug 17th, 2019 8:36 pm

Kemli69: Jr. Member; Aug 16, 2019; 108 posts; 1 upvote; GTA, ON

Aug 17th, 2019 8:36 pm

peteryorkuca wrote: ↑ $40 cheaper using epp site @ $1149

Sorry but which is the epp site?

Aug 17th, 2019 8:47 pm

Kemli69: Jr. Member; Aug 16, 2019; 108 posts; 1 upvote; GTA, ON

Aug 17th, 2019 8:47 pm

nivek_k2020 wrote: ↑ Is it true that the GTX GPU series is better than the RTX series?

It's too complicated than you think of, the gtx 16 series came up with rtx lineup without the nvidia ray-tracing, and rtx 20 lineup is supposed to replace gtx series that start with gtx 10. But each rtx gpu performs better than last gen higher level gpu. eg. Rtx 2060 better than gtx 1070, and the "super" version can be seen as "Ti" and slight better than itself.

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