Lenovo LOQ Intel Core i7-13650HX AI-Powered, RTX 5050 8GB DDR7, 16GB DDR5, 512GB SSD, 15.6” IPS 144Hz – Gaming Laptop

The Lenovo LOQ 15 with RTX 5050 is NVIDIA Blackwell-generation gaming in the LOQ lineup — combining the next-generation GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory, DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, 440 AI TOPS, and a 100W TGP with the proven Intel Core i7-13650HX HX-series platform, MUX Switch with Advanced Optimus, a 5MP webcam, and a 144Hz IPS G-Sync display. The step-up from the RTX 4050 LOQ delivers a generational GPU architecture upgrade, faster GDDR7 VRAM, and substantially higher AI-accelerated frame rates for players who want Blackwell's next-generation capabilities at the LOQ's accessible price point.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 LAPTOP GPU — BLACKWELL, 8GB GDDR7, DLSS 4

The RTX 5050 is powered by NVIDIA's Blackwell GPU architecture — the successor to Ada Lovelace (RTX 40 series) — on the GB207 chip with 2,560 CUDA cores, 8GB GDDR7 VRAM on a 128-bit bus running at 24 Gbps. Key advantages over the RTX 4050:

8GB GDDR7 VRAM running at 24 Gbps — GDDR7 memory can be up to 2× more energy efficient than GDDR6, helping deliver more VRAM headroom for modern game assets, higher-resolution textures, and ray-traced frame buffers at 1080p, while the additional 2GB over the RTX 4050's 6GB directly extends longevity as game VRAM requirements increase.

DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation — GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPUs are 2.4× faster on average in raster FPS and consistently more than 4× faster utilising DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, compared to RTX 3050 Laptop GPUs. DLSS 4's Multi Frame Generation generates up to three additional AI-rendered frames for every native frame — filling the 144Hz display with smooth, responsive output in supported titles at frame rates that raw rasterisation alone cannot achieve.

440 AI TOPS AI performance thanks to the built-in Tensor cores — the RTX 5050's fifth-generation Tensor Cores accelerate DLSS 4, NVIDIA Broadcast, and all AI-accelerated application workloads including real-time noise cancellation, background replacement, and AI-enhanced image sharpening.

100W TGP — BALANCED POWER FOR GAMING PERFORMANCE

The RTX 5050 in this Lenovo LOQ 15 configuration operates at 100W TGP — the standard power envelope for the RTX 5050 in a 15.6" gaming chassis, providing balanced performance for 1080p gaming without the thermal compromises of higher-TGP configurations in thinner chassis. Real-world gaming performance targets at 100W:

- Valorant, CS2, Apex Legends: 144+ FPS consistently at 1080p

- Cyberpunk 2077 (DLSS 4 Quality): 60-90+ FPS at 1080p High

- Elden Ring, Spider-Man Remastered: 60-80+ FPS at 1080p High-Ultra

- DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation active: frame rate multiplier above native raster output in supported titles

MUX SWITCH + ADVANCED OPTIMUS — DIRECT GPU OUTPUT FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE

The LOQ 15 RTX 5050 includes a MUX Switch with Advanced Optimus — enabling the display to connect directly to the RTX 5050 Laptop GPU rather than routing through the integrated Intel graphics. Direct GPU output eliminates the performance loss (typically 10–15% frame rate reduction) that occurs when frames are routed through the iGPU on standard Optimus configurations. Toggle the MUX Switch in Lenovo Vantage to activate direct GPU mode for maximum gaming performance, or enable Optimus for battery-efficient everyday use.

INTEL CORE i7-13650HX — 14 CORES, 20 THREADS, UP TO 4.90GHz

The i7-13650HX is a 13th Generation Raptor Lake HX-series processor with 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores across 14 cores, 20 threads, and 24MB L3 cache — operating at 55W base TDP. The HX platform provides the sustained CPU headroom to consistently feed the RTX 5050 at 100W without CPU bottlenecking in demanding gaming and multitasking scenarios. The i7-13650HX's built-in Intel AI Boost VPU adds on-device AI inference capability alongside the RTX 5050's 440 AI TOPS for combined CPU + GPU AI workloads.

16GB DDR5-4800 — GAMING-OPTIMISED MEMORY

16GB DDR5-4800 provides ample gaming headroom for simultaneous VRAM overflow buffering, background streaming, Discord, browser sessions, and game asset streaming without memory pressure. Expandable via SO-DIMM for users who want 32GB.

512GB PCIe GEN4 NVMe SSD — FAST GAME LOADING

512GB M.2 PCIe Gen4 ×4 NVMe SSD delivers fast game installation, rapid load times, and quick Windows boot. A second M.2 slot is available for storage expansion without replacing the primary drive.

5MP WEBCAM WITH E-SHUTTER — UPGRADED OVER RTX 4050 MODEL

The LOQ 15 RTX 5050 ships with a 5MP webcam with dual microphone and electronic shutter — a significant upgrade over the 720p HD camera on the RTX 4050 configuration, providing substantially higher-quality video for streaming, content creation, and video calls.

15.6" FHD IPS 144Hz G-SYNC — 100% sRGB, 300 NITS

- 1920×1080 FHD: native 1080p optimal for RTX 5050 gaming performance

- 144Hz: smooth, responsive motion for gaming and everyday use

- G-Sync: tear-free synchronised frame delivery

- 100% sRGB: accurate, vibrant colour for gaming and content

- 300 nits: clear indoor gaming brightness

- IPS: wide viewing angle, accurate colour at all positions

- Anti-glare: reflection reduction for indoor environments

UPGRADED THERMALS — MULTIPLE VENTING & AIRFLOW

Improved thermal management across the LOQ 15 RTX 5050 maintains optimal performance stability under sustained gaming load through enhanced multi-zone airflow and multiple exhaust vents — keeping the RTX 5050 and i7-13650HX within their optimal operating temperature range during extended sessions.

COMPREHENSIVE CONNECTIVITY

- 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)

- 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, PD charging + DisplayPort)

- 1x HDMI 2.1

- 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet

- 1x 3.5mm Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, 2×2) + Bluetooth 5.2

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

- CPU: Intel Core i7-13650HX (13th Gen HX) | 14C/20T (6P+8E) | up to 4.90GHz | 24MB L3 | 55W TDP

- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU | 8GB GDDR7 @ 24Gbps | 128-bit | 100W TGP | 2370MHz Boost | Blackwell | DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation | 440 AI TOPS | 5th-Gen RT Cores

- RAM: 16GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (expandable)

- Storage: 512GB M.2 PCIe Gen4 ×4 NVMe SSD (2nd M.2 slot available)

- Display: 15.6" FHD (1920×1080) | IPS | 144Hz | G-Sync | 300 nits | 100% sRGB | Anti-Glare | Non-Touch

- Camera: 5MP | Dual Microphone | E-Shutter (electronic privacy)

- Keyboard: White backlit | Full-size with NumPad | Copilot key

- MUX Switch: Yes (with Advanced Optimus)

- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, 2×2) + Bluetooth 5.2

- Ports: 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen1, 1x USB-C (DP + PD), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, 3.5mm

- Battery: 60Whr 3-cell

- Charger: 135W

- Weight: ~2.40 kg

- Colour: Luna Gray

- OS: Windows 11 Home

- Warranty: 1-Year Lenovo Limited Hardware Warranty