The Lenovo Legion Tower – A Review of a High-Performance Prebuilt Gaming PC

The Lenovo Legion Tower is a prime example of the quality of prebuilt gaming PCs available on the market today. Instead of using difficult-to-replace proprietary hardware, this tower features standard components that are easily upgradeable in the future.

The hardware included in the Legion Tower is impressive. With a powerful 240mm AIO cooler for the Intel Core i9 and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super with a robust cooler, this prebuilt PC offers top-notch performance. While there are some corners cut, such as the choice of cheaper RAM, overall, this is a great option for those who are hesitant to build their own gaming PC.

Design and Software

When looking at the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i, it may appear similar to other mid-tower gaming PCs with its metal construction, glass side panel, and RGB lighting. However, the Tower 7i stands out by sticking to a traditional gaming PC design rather than opting for a proprietary and edgy look.

The chassis of the Tower 7i is bulky, measuring 19.37 inches tall and 18.27 inches long, making it a space-consuming addition to your desk. The tempered glass side panel adds weight to the PC, but it is sturdy and showcases the RGB lighting effectively. The front panel features a unique design with mesh openings for airflow and a controllable RGB-lit Legion logo. Front I/O ports are located on the top of the tower, providing standard connectivity options.

Removing the glass side panel reveals the internal components of the PC, which are easily accessible for upgrades or maintenance. The use of industry-standard sizing and mounting ensures that any part of the system can be replaced with off-the-shelf components.

Overall, the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i offers a balance of ease of use and upgradeability for users who prefer not to build their own PC from scratch.

Performance

Equipped with an Intel Core i9-14900F and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super, the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i delivers impressive performance capable of handling demanding gaming tasks. The PC excels in both 1440p and 4K gaming scenarios, showcasing its power and efficiency.

Compared to other gaming PCs with similar hardware, the Legion Tower 7i offers competitive performance at a more affordable price point. Benchmark tests demonstrate the PC’s capabilities in handling modern gaming workloads with ease.

In real-world gaming tests, the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i delivers exceptional performance, exceeding expectations for 1080p gaming and shining in 1440p gaming scenarios. Titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Black Myth: Wukong run smoothly on this machine, showcasing its prowess in handling demanding titles.

Overall, the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i is a solid choice for gamers looking for a high-performance prebuilt gaming PC that offers both power and flexibility for future upgrades.

Jackie Thomas is the Hardware and Buying Guides Editor at IGN and the PC components queen. You can follow her @Jackiecobra