If you prioritize high-quality visuals and a larger screen size for activities like design and video editing, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 with its better screen resolution and color accuracy may be preferred. Meanwhile, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is a more portable option with a dual-screen feature that offers unique multi-tasking capabilities and could be beneficial for productivity tasks. However, the Lenovo is equipped with a more powerful graphics card suitable for gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning. The ASUS might be more budget-friendly, but the Lenovo offers greater performance capacities, especially in computing and graphics-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
Good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers better performance for general use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, double the RAM of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, and superior screen quality with higher resolution and brightness. While both have good portability, the ASUS falls short with a smaller screen, less vibrant display, and lower battery life, impacting its suitability for prolonged general use when compared to the Lenovo.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is equipped with an integrated Intel GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, limiting the gaming and 3D performance compared to dedicated gaming systems. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 includes a discrete Nvidia GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, providing better performance for gaming and 3D applications, but it is still not on par with specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
7.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
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.
Software Development
7.0/10
7.6/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a display that's sharp and bright, making it pleasing for everyday tasks, but its conventional refresh rate and panel type make it less suitable for gaming, where fluid motion is key. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 provides a high-resolution, bright screen with strong color fidelity, greatly benefiting professional design and engineering software users who require accurate colors. However, both laptops' lower refresh rates fall short for gaming, where a higher rate is critical for smoother visuals and better gaming experiences.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$591
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $591.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
Battery
8.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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 Duo 14 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 or the Lenovo 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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