If you prioritize longer battery life and a more powerful GPU for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is a solid choice. In contrast, the Asus Zenbook 14X offers an OLED display which generally means better screen color and contrast, beneficial for creative work involving visuals. The Lenovo is slightly heavier, so the Asus might be preferable if portability is a key factor for you. Keep in mind that the Lenovo comes with a touchscreen, which the Asus lacks. However, the Asus is a bit more expensive than the Lenovo, so consider your budget as well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3/10
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim 7 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 offer crisp visuals and bright displays due to their high resolution and robust panel types, which contribute to a clear and vivid user experience. Engineers and designers will appreciate the wide color gamuts on both laptops, ensuring accurate color representation crucial for their work. However, gamers and 3D professionals may find the lower refresh rates of these laptops less suitable for their needs, as higher refresh rates provide smoother motion and better responsiveness in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$777
$591
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $591.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a vibrant OLED screen, making it suitable for general use where screen quality is valued, and it's lighter which enhances portability, however, it has a lower battery life compared to the Lenovo Slim 7 16. The Lenovo Slim 7 16, on the other hand, has a larger screen and a more robust battery, ideal for extended use without charging, but is heavier, which might affect its ease of transport.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.6/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is equipped with an Nvidia MX550 GPU and has a screen refresh rate of 90Hz, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU plus a higher 165Hz screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals; these factors are crucial for an enhanced gaming experience and the handling of 3D applications. Both have capable CPUs and high-quality screens, but the Lenovo's edge in graphics power and refresh rate makes it more suitable for demanding game titles and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, with its OLED screen and high color coverage, offers exceptional display quality for design, while its Intel CPU and Nvidia MX550 GPU are suitable for engineering applications; the Lenovo Slim 7 16, however, leans more towards performance with its AMD Ryzen CPU and more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, making it a better choice for more demanding engineering tasks, although it has a slightly lower display quality than the ASUS. Regarding portability and usability, the ASUS is lighter and thus more portable but has less operating noise, while the Lenovo has a higher portability score highlighting its balance between performance and ease of transport, with both having good keyboard and speaker quality.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Lenovo Slim 7 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
"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."
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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