Both are 8.8-inch gaming tablets with 165 Hz. The Gen 5 costs much more.
Short answer
Legion Tab Gen 5 - Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 3040×1904, 9000 mAh, 50 MP camera. Legion Tab Gen 3 - the same size and 165 Hz for much less.
Key differences
| Spec | Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 Wi-Fi | Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Display | 8.8", IPS LCD, 3040×1904, 165 Hz | 8.8", IPS LCD, 2560×1600, 165 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 16/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 16/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP | 13 MP + 2 MP |
| Front | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6550 mAh |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | 2 | 2 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.59 mm / 360 g | 7.79 mm / 350 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The Gen 5 is a 2026 flagship.
Display
8.8" 165 Hz on both, 2560×1600 vs 3040×1904.
Battery
6550 vs 9000 mAh.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Maximum performance and battery life - Legion Tab Gen 5.
- Saving money - Legion Tab Gen 3.
FAQ
Is the memory the same?
Yes, 12/256 or 16/512 GB.
How heavy are they?
360 and 350 g.
Which is cheaper?
The Gen 3.