If you prioritize portability and cost, the ASUS Zenbook 14X might suit you, as it is more affordable and lighter than the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16", which could make it easier to carry around. However, if better performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming is crucial, and you are okay with a heavier device that costs more, the Lenovo offers a superior processor and graphics. The ASUS does have an OLED screen with higher color accuracy, which is great for tasks like photo editing, but the Lenovo's higher refresh rate display could be more appealing for gaming. The Lenovo also outperforms the ASUS in battery life, making it better for longer use away from a charger. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16"
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
502.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a balance between performance and portability, with an OLED screen that provides excellent color accuracy, but the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" surpasses it with a significantly larger battery, a faster processor, and better heat management, providing a longer battery life and smoother performance for demanding applications. While the Zenbook is lighter and thus more portable, the Legion's additional performance capabilities make it more suitable for users who prioritize running intensive tasks over ease of carrying.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
8.2/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 with its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz is very capable of delivering a fluid gaming and 3D experience, which is vital for fast-paced games that benefit from smooth motion and quick response times. In comparison, the ASUS Zenbook 14X may fall short in gaming and 3D rendering performance due to its Nvidia MX550 GPU and lower refresh rate of 90Hz, making it less equipped for the high demands of modern gaming and intensive 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
7.4/10
8.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
8.3/10
8.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
502.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" offer high-quality displays with sharp resolutions and good brightness, which make for clear and comfortable viewing. In engineering and design, these laptops excel with wide color coverage, ensuring precise color accuracy for professional work where color fidelity is critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these models may not provide as smooth an experience as laptops designed specifically for gaming, where higher refresh rates are key for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 7 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$777
$1,680
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" costs $1,680.
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Zenbook 14X or the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16"
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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