When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, consider that the ASUS is equipped with a more powerful processor and graphics card making it suitable for demanding tasks like 3D rendering or gaming. However, it's heavier and thicker, reducing its portability. The Lenovo, on the other hand, is lighter and more compact, favorable for travel and daily commuting, but its integrated graphics aren’t designed for high-end gaming or intensive engineering software. Battery life varies, with the Lenovo generally offering longer unplugged use. Decide based on whether performance or portability and battery life matter more to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair.
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.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.1/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is preferred for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU (Intel i7-13700H) and superior GPU (Nvidia RTX 4060), which are essential for intensive tasks, and its high-quality screen that benefits design work with good color coverage and brightness.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i both offer displays that deliver clear images and comfortable brightness for everyday tasks, making them suitable for general use with their fair resolution and panel types. For engineering and design professionals, both laptops provide color accuracy that helps in detailed work by covering a good range of color gamuts, which ensures realistic color representation for professional projects. However, when it comes to gaming or 3D applications, both the Vivobook and IdeaPad fall short because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion representation, making them less ideal for action-packed or fast-paced visual content.
Battery
5.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 16X 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
$1,200
$899
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X provides ample performance for general use with a powerful CPU, sufficient RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, but its larger size and weight reduce its portability compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, which is lighter and has a longer battery life for better on-the-go use, despite having a less potent integrated GPU which is still suitable for non-intensive tasks. Both laptops have a similar storage capacity and good screen quality, but the Vivobook's dedicated GPU offers an edge for visual tasks, while the IdeaPad Slim 7i's better portability and longer battery life make it an appealing option for those prioritizing mobility and longevity away from power sources.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for content creation.
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
7.4/10
7.5/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
"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 16X 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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