Choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i depends on what matters most to you in a laptop. The MacBook Pro offers a larger 16-inch display and superior graphics performance, which might be appealing if you're into video editing, graphic design, or enjoy a larger screen for multitasking. However, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is lighter and more portable, making it a better choice if you travel often or need to carry your laptop around all day. The IdeaPad also runs Windows 10, which might suit you better if you're accustomed to the Windows operating system or need specific Windows-based applications for work or school. Additionally, the MacBook Pro typically comes with a higher price tag, so if budget is a concern, you'll find better value in the less expensive IdeaPad, though this comes at the expense of screen size and graphic prowess. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019)
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
477.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro has a high-resolution display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy, making it ideal for tasks that demand visual precision such as engineering and design work, but its standard refresh rate limits its effectiveness for 3D applications where smoother motion is key. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a respectable display with good brightness and resolution for general activities and sufficient color accuracy for engineering and design, yet it shares the MacBook's limitation of a standard refresh rate, which is less optimal for gaming and 3D work where higher refresh rates are beneficial. While both laptops provide quality visuals for everyday and professional use, neither is tailored for high-performance 3D applications that require faster screen refreshes to deliver fluid visual experiences.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.8/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has best in class build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$540
$899
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has a price of $540 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) boasts a robust CPU and high RAM, complemented by a large, vivid screen, making it ideal for general use that may involve high-resolution content, but its heavier build and longer battery life trade off against portability. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i also offers ample CPU power and RAM within a lightweight design, ensuring portability; however, it has a smaller screen with lower resolution and reduced battery life, making it a reliable but less visually impressive choice for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is fair for 3D tasks because it has a dedicated GPU and a high-quality display, but its 60Hz screen refresh rate is not ideal for high-frame-rate gaming, and MacOS compatibility issues prevent many popular games from running. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i also receives a fair assessment for gaming and 3D because it has an integrated GPU with lower performance than dedicated units, and it shares the same 60Hz screen refresh rate limitation, although it runs Windows which supports a broader range of games.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.1/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) excels in engineering and design with its high-resolution screen, powerful CPU, RAM, and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for demanding visual tasks, but it's less portable due to its size and weight. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while lightweight and portable with a solid CPU and RAM, relies on integrated graphics and has a lower screen resolution, making it less ideal for graphic-intensive engineering applications.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.7/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.9/10
7.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
12.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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