The Asus Vivobook 15X usually costs less and includes a larger screen, making it comfortable for watching videos and multitasking. However, it has a shorter battery life and is heavier, which makes it less ideal for frequent travel. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, on the other hand, offers a higher-quality display and better battery life, which is great for on-the-go use and lengthy work sessions. It also has more RAM, which can enhance performance for demanding tasks yet typically comes with a higher price tag. Consider the Lenovo if you need portability and more intensive performance, while the Asus might be preferable for budget-conscious users who prioritize screen size and are okay with a bit more weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is considered fair for general use due to its AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and 8GB of RAM, which offer adequate performance, but it may fall short in multi-tasking when compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, which is rated good for general use, likely owing to its higher-performance Intel i7 CPU and 16GB of RAM that provide smoother operation for a variety of tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i excels in engineering and design due to its superior processing power with an Intel i7 processor, double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 15X, and a more vibrant display, indicated by higher screen brightness and color space coverage. The ASUS, with an AMD Ryzen 5 processor and decent GPU, is fair for these uses, but falls short particularly in screen quality and RAM, although it scores slightly higher in portability due to its larger size and marginally lower weight.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is somewhat better.
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
6.9/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
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
6.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, with fair screen quality due to its average resolution and brightness but limited color gamut, suits day-to-day tasks but falls short for engineering and design professionals who require a wide color gamut for precision. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with a good mix of resolution, brightness, and respectable color reproduction, fits both general use and the demanding color accuracy needed in engineering and design. However, both laptops are not ideal for gaming or 3D work, as their modest refresh rates and average panel technology cannot deliver the smooth and ultra-responsive visuals critical in those fields.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
$525
$899
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 15X or the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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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