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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers strong gaming performance and a numeric keypad, making it suitable for general use and gaming, but it is less portable due to its weight and size, and battery life is shorter. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is more expensive but provides a sharper, brighter, and higher resolution touch screen, better portability, and longer battery life; it's well-suited for professional and engineering applications as well as general use. Choose the ASUS if you prioritize gaming and cost savings, and the Lenovo if you value screen quality, portability, and battery life for diverse and intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6
8.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
618.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i stands out for general use with its higher RAM, superior Mini LED screen with a higher resolution and brightness, and better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, in addition to a higher quality keyboard and speakers. Conversely, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, though good for general tasks, trails behind the Slim Pro 9i in screen quality and portability, but offers longer battery life and a more robust construction.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i excels in engineering and design as it has superior RAM, a higher-resolution and brighter Mini LED touchscreen, complemented by a lightweight and thinner design for better portability. Conversely, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, while offering great performance with a strong CPU and GPU, is heavier with a lower resolution screen, which makes it a solid option for engineering tasks but less ideal for design work that demands exceptional screen quality and portability.
Content Creation
7.7
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9
9.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
618.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15's display might not offer the high refresh rates preferred for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications, even if it provides adequate resolutions and brightness for daily tasks. The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, with its superior resolution and brightness, excels for general use and design work where sharp image quality and accurate color representation are crucial. However, similar to the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate that does not align with the need for fluid motion graphics.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.5in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good portability, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
8.0
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
8.0
7.6
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming F15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15's Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and 144Hz screen refresh rate make it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, catering to fast-paced gameplay with smooth visuals. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i features the Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU alongside a 165Hz screen refresh rate, delivering detailed and fluid images, though the difference in GPU performance might be noticeable in highly demanding tasks. Both laptops have quality screens and capable CPUs, but the ASUS's higher-end GPU gives it an edge for intensive graphics tasks, while the Lenovo's higher refresh rate may offer a slightly smoother visual experience in games and fast-moving content.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has 6 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 F15 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | Lenovo Slim Pro 9i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 12.9'' x 9.6'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.64" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13705H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 618 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
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Matthew S. Smith | August 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is an impressive laptop with a brilliant Mini-LED display, a powerful 100-watt version of Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and excellent connectivity. Having run the Cinebench benchmark again, we were impressed with the CPU performance. That makes the Slim Pro 9i is an easy recommendation, especially for those who care about GPU and CPU performance. It’s also a fantastic choice if you frequently view HDR movies and games on your laptop."
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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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