Lenovo Expands Gaming Lineup with Ryzen 9000HX Legion Pro 7 Laptop & Ryzen 8000HX LOQ Tower

Lenovo is stepping up its game in the high-performance PC space with two bold launches: the revamped Legion Pro 7 16-inch laptop powered by AMD’s new Ryzen 9000HX series, and the LOQ Tower desktop pairing Ryzen 8000HX CPUs with full-fledged NVIDIA RTX 50 desktop graphics.

Both machines are designed for gamers and creators who demand uncompromising performance, efficient cooling, and modern connectivity in systems that push the envelope of what’s possible in 2025.

Legion Pro 7: A Mobile Powerhouse

At the top end, the Legion Pro 7 laptop now offers AMD’s flagship Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor, the fastest mobile chip currently available from the company. Thanks to AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology, the CPU delivers enhanced gaming and productivity performance, particularly in titles that thrive on larger cache pools. Coupled with NVIDIA’s RTX 5080 laptop GPU, this machine isn’t just about portability – it’s a desktop replacement in disguise.

The cooling system has also received attention. Lenovo’s updated Legion Coldfront design features a vapor chamber combined with dual fans, capable of handling thermal loads up to 275W TDP. This ensures sustained performance even under marathon gaming or rendering sessions. The 16-inch PureSight OLED display offers sharp 4K visuals with a WQXGA resolution, blisteringly fast 0.08ms response times, and a 240Hz refresh rate – making it one of the most responsive panels on the market.

Other premium specs include up to 32 GB DDR5-5600 memory, 2 TB of Gen5 SSD storage, and a 99.9Wh battery with Super Rapid Charge support

. On the connectivity side, Lenovo is forward-looking, packing in dual 10Gbps USB-C ports (one supporting DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery up to 100W), USB-A options, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. With a starting price of €2899 and availability set for next month, the Legion Pro 7 positions itself as a serious contender for gamers who won’t settle for compromise.

LOQ Tower: Mixing Mobile CPUs with Desktop GPUs

While the laptop steals headlines, Lenovo’s LOQ Tower 26ADR10 desktop makes an intriguing move by using AMD’s Ryzen 8000HX “Dragon Range Refresh” processors. Normally reserved for mobile systems, these chips bring efficiency and affordability into the desktop space. The flagship option is the Ryzen 7 8745HX, boasting 8 cores on Zen 4 architecture, turbo speeds up to 5.1 GHz, and configurable TDP up to 75W. It may not match traditional desktop CPUs in brute force, but Lenovo balances that by pairing it with desktop-class GPUs, up to the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti.

The LOQ Tower doesn’t skimp on expandability either. Users can configure it with up to 64 GB DDR5-5200 RAM, 4 TB of PCIe Gen4 SSD storage, plus additional HDD slots. Cooling is handled by a redesigned chassis with front and top ventilation, and no fewer than seven RGB-lit fans, creating both airflow and a gamer-friendly aesthetic. An 850W PSU ensures stability even for high-end GPU configurations. Priced at €999, this tower aims to bring solid gaming performance at a far more approachable cost compared to high-end rigs.

AMD vs Intel: The Ongoing Debate

It’s also worth noting how strongly Lenovo is leaning into AMD this cycle. With Ryzen CPUs across both product lines, it reflects broader sentiment in the gaming community: Intel’s recent mobile chips have struggled with heat and efficiency, while AMD continues to win fans with its performance-per-watt advantages. Lenovo clearly sees Ryzen as the safer bet for gamers who value power without excessive heat or throttling.

Ultimately, these launches reinforce Lenovo’s dual strategy: the Legion Pro 7 targets enthusiasts who want cutting-edge specs in a portable form, while the LOQ Tower caters to cost-conscious gamers seeking reliable performance in a customizable desktop form factor. Both highlight how the PC gaming market in 2025 is shifting towards efficiency, high refresh-rate displays, and future-proof connectivity, with AMD at the center of the conversation.