If you need a powerful laptop for gaming or demanding tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its advanced graphics and faster processor, will outperform the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. However, if portability and battery life are more important to you and your usage is centered around general tasks, the lighter and more efficient Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i could be a better fit. Keep in mind, you'll be trading off some performance and graphics capabilities for a more compact design and cost savings. The ASUS is more expensive, but its specs justify the higher price if performance is a top priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Very good portability
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for gaming and 3D tasks due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, compared to the Slim 7i's Intel Iris Xe graphics and 60Hz refresh rate. While both have comparable CPUs and screen quality, the ASUS's GPU and refresh rate are vital for intensive graphics tasks and smoother visual performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a high-performing AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU which outmatch the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i's Intel CPU and integrated graphics, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks that require more processing power and graphical capability. While both laptops have quality IPS displays and sufficient RAM, the ASUS offers a higher refresh rate and dedicated ray tracing capabilities, making it preferable for intricate visual work, although the Lenovo is lighter and thus more portable for everyday use.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for gaming and AI, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i provide clear, sharp images due to their respectable resolutions and brightness, ensuring comfortable viewing for everyday tasks such as browsing, video streaming, and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design, the inclusion of wider color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB in these laptops mean that professionals can expect accurate color reproduction, which is crucial for tasks that demand color precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' screens may lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness, which can be a disadvantage for fast-paced games or smooth rendering of 3D animations.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 delivers robust performance with a higher-end CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for general use and even gaming, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, which offers a balance of good CPU performance, excellent portability, and longer battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go users who prioritize ease of carrying and battery duration over gaming capabilities. The IdeaPad Slim 7i's higher screen quality in terms of brightness and color accuracy also benefits users who value visual work and media consumption, despite having half the storage of the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.6/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
11.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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