Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB
Ryzen 7 8845HS · 16GB · 2024
85
/ 100
From $1,499
VS
Apple
Mac mini (M2) · 16GB
M2 · 16GB · desktop
85
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB lands at 85 and Mac mini (M2) · 16GB at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick Mac mini (M2) · 16GB if…
- ✓Silent compute
- ✓Unified memory architecture
- ✓Best-in-class perf-per-watt
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB 85
vs 85 Mac mini (M2) · 16GB
Score breakdown
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB
85 cpu 85
gpu 80
display 86
battery 75
portability 90
Mac mini (M2) · 16GB
85 cpu 85
gpu 82
display 60
battery 100
portability 60
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB | Mac mini (M2) · 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Ryzen 7 8845HS | — |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Chip | — | M2 |
| Form | — | Desktop |
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
Mac mini (M2) · 16GB
Pros
- +Silent compute
- +Unified memory architecture
- +Best-in-class perf-per-watt
Cons
- −Memory non-upgradable
- −Limited to macOS
- −High-end tiers expensive
FAQ: Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB vs Mac mini (M2) · 16GB
Which is better, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or Mac mini (M2) · 16GB? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,499, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in portability.
Is Mac mini (M2) · 16GB worth the price? +
At $599, Mac mini (M2) · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Does Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or Mac mini (M2) · 16GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.