Verdict: A practical 15.6-inch gaming laptop that prioritizes smooth 1080p/144 Hz play and day-to-day usability. The HX-class Intel CPU options and RTX 50-series GPUs deliver efficient performance, while dual M.2 slots, USB-C PD, and RJ-45 make it easy to live with. The big trade-off is memory: the current offering tops out at 16 GB.

What’s inside

• CPU: 13th-Gen Intel® Core™ i5-13450HX (10C/16T) or i7-13650HX (14C/20T) with Intel® UHD Graphics (iGPU).
• GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 (65 W, up to 1500 MHz, DLSS 4/Reflex 2) or RTX 5060 8 GB GDDR7 (65 W, up to 1455 MHz).
• AI: LA1 “AI-Powered Gaming PC” features.
• Memory: Two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots (dual-channel). Up to 16 GB DDR5-4800 offering (modules are DDR5-5600 but may run at 4800 due to the CPU).
• Storage: Two M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0×4 slots (Lenovo offers 512 GB/1 TB; supports two SSDs up to 1 TB each).
• Chipset: Intel® HM770.

Display

• 15.6″ FHD (1920×1080) IPS, 144 Hz, 300 nits, 100% sRGB, 16:9, 1000:1.
  Great match for esports and fast-paced 1080p gaming; color is accurate enough for web content and light creative work.

Design & build

• Dimensions: 361.26 × 255.6 × 22.9–24.8 mm
• Weight: starting at 2.3 kg (5.07 lb)
• Chassis: Luna Grey, PC-ABS (top/bottom), painted finish
• Screen-to-body: 88% AAR

Feels solid for the price tier; plastic keeps costs down but doesn’t feel premium.

Keyboard, touchpad & webcam

• Keyboard: 6-row layout with media Fn keys, numeric keypad, 1.3 mm travel, white backlight (or non-backlit), Copilot key.
• Touchpad: 69 × 104 mm Mylar® surface, Precision drivers.
• Camera: 720p with E-shutter (fixed focus).
• Audio: Realtek® ALC3287, 2×2 W speakers, Nahimic tuning, dual-mic array.

Ports & connectivity

• USB-A: 2× USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
• USB-C: 1× USB 5 Gbps with USB-PD 65–100 W (supports Lenovo’s 140 W protocol with a specific Lenovo adapter)
• Video: HDMI 2.1, up to 8K@60
• Networking: RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 (2×2) + Bluetooth® 5.2
• Audio: 3.5 mm combo jack
• Power: Slim-tip connector
  No SD card reader.

Battery & charging

• Battery: 60 Wh Li-ion, Rapid Charge Pro (up to 50% in 30 min).
• Quoted life: up to 5 hrs (MobileMark 25 @ 250 nits) / 9 hrs local 1080p video @ 150 nits.
  Real-world gaming drains faster, but USB-C PD is handy for light top-ups.

Performance outlook

• The i5-13450HX + RTX 5050 (65 W) combo targets high-refresh 1080p at medium/high settings, especially with DLSS.
• Stepping up to i7-13650HX or RTX 5060 nets smoother performance in newer titles and more headroom for creator tasks.
• Thermals are tuned for efficiency rather than max wattage; noise stays reasonable under load for the class.

Upgrades & serviceability

• Two SO-DIMM slots (but current configs cap at 16 GB).
• Two M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 slots enable a clean dual-SSD setup.
• No optical drive or SD reader to worry about.

Who should buy it

• Esports and value-minded gamers aiming for reliable 1080p/144 Hz performance.
• Students/creators on a budget who benefit from 100% sRGB and dual-M.2 flexibility.

Pros

• 144 Hz, 100% sRGB display at 1080p
• Efficient RTX 50-series GPUs (DLSS 4, Reflex 2) at 65 W
• Dual M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0×4 and sensible port layout (USB-C PD, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45)
• 60 Wh battery with Rapid Charge Pro

Cons

• Current memory offering tops out at 16 GB
• 720p webcam only
• No SD card reader; all-plastic build

Bottom line: The LOQ Essential 15IRX11 nails the fundamentals for smooth 1080p gaming: fast screen, modern GPUs, practical I/O, and easy storage expansion. If you’re fine with a 16 GB memory ceiling and a utilitarian plastic chassis, it’s a smart, budget-friendly pick.