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Updated January 10, 2024·
For users who prioritize high-end performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, although more expensive, has a more powerful GPU and a premium OLED display, making it suitable. However, it's heavier, which impacts portability. Alternatively, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is more affordable and lighter for enhanced portability, offers sufficient performance for general use, and has a longer battery life, but it doesn't match the ASUS in GPU performance or display quality, making it less ideal for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- 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
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.7
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a high-quality OLED screen and a more powerful CPU, which make it very good for general use, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. While the IdeaPad Slim 7i is more portable due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, its screen quality and CPU performance are better suited for less demanding tasks, contributing to its classification as good for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.2
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is better equipped for gaming and 3D applications with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and OLED display, which provide a richer visual experience and greater rendering capabilities compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and IPS display, which offer relatively less graphical power and screen quality suitable for less demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
8.5
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
8.3
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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 16X likely offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color accuracy, making it well-suited for general use and engineering tasks where precise colors like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB are critical. However, it may have a lower refresh rate which is less ideal for gaming and 3D work that benefit from smoother motion. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while providing good screen quality with satisfactory resolution and brightness for general use and acceptable color reproduction for engineering, falls short for gaming and 3D activities due to a similar limitation on refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
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Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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 16X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $899 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | October 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 2.99 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.62" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 340 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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Ted Needleman
| January 2022
"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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