Between ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, the ZenBook offers higher performance particularly for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks with its superior processor and graphics capabilities, along with more storage and RAM, which comes at a higher price. Its OLED screen provides better color accuracy and contrast, making it suitable for creative professionals, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Slim 7i is more affordable, lighter, and offers longer battery life, making it well-suited for general use and excellent in terms of portability. However, its performance in demanding tasks and screen quality are not as high-end as the ZenBook's. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very 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
General Use
8.6/10
7.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo boasts a superior CPU and double the RAM of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, as well as an OLED screen offering higher resolution and color accuracy which may appeal to users with demanding visual requirements or multitasking needs, but its heavier build and shorter battery life make it less suited for those who need to carry their laptop around and use it for extended periods without charging. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while having a less powerful CPU and RAM, benefits from greater portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it a better option for users prioritizing convenience and longevity on the go over high performance and display quality.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offers superior performance for engineering and design with its higher RAM capacity, more powerful CPU, and OLED screen which delivers exceptional color accuracy and brightness, making it very good for these tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while still quite capable with a solid CPU and high RAM, has a standard IPS screen with lower color coverage, positioning it as good for engineering and design but not as optimal as the ASUS for the most color-critical work.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
8.2/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
8.6/10
6.9/10
14.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo boasts premium display features like high resolution and brightness, making it excellent for everyday tasks and professional design work where vibrant and accurate colors are crucial. However, its refresh rate is lower than what's desired for the smooth visuals needed in fast-paced 3D gaming. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers solid display quality for general and engineering purposes but falls in the same trap with a refresh rate not suitable for gaming, despite having good resolution and color reproduction.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 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
14.5in
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 ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,299
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offers better gaming and 3D capabilities primarily due to its more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate compared to the less potent GPU and lower refresh rate on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. While both laptops have similar CPUs and high-quality screens, these very important factors make the ASUS more suited for the demands of gaming and 3D applications.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo 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 Pro 14 Duo and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
"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."
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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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