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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is the better choice, however, it is heavier and more expensive, affecting portability and your budget. For regular use and better battery life, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is lighter, less costly and has longer battery life, making it more portable for everyday tasks, but it doesn't match the ASUS in high-performance tasks. Both have good build quality and displays, but the ASUS offers a higher resolution and superior screen for color-sensitive work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.7
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X outshines the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 in engineering and design due to its stronger GPU, higher-screen quality with OLED technology and a greater contrast ratio, providing a vibrant and more precise visual experience which is crucial for detailed design work. However, the Lenovo offers better portability owing to its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it a better fit for on-the-go professionals who can compromise slightly on visual fidelity and computational power.
Content Creation
8.5
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both very good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X shines with its high-resolution display and superior brightness for everyday tasks, along with excellent color accuracy that benefits engineering and design professionals. However, its lower refresh rate makes fast-paced gaming and 3D applications less fluid, which can detract from the visual experience in those contexts.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers a good balance of resolution and brightness for general tasks, and its color reproduction is suitable for engineering and design work. Like the ASUS, though, its gaming and 3D performance is hampered by a refresh rate that doesn't support the swift visuals these activities often require.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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
14.5in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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
$1,200
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 costs $1,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.0
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in general use due to its robust CPU and high RAM complement, paired with a high-quality OLED screen that presents vibrant and precise colors; however, it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, which offers better portability and longer battery life with a good quality IPS screen, making it also very capable for general use tasks. Both laptops have ample storage and attractive features, like quality keyboards and speakers, while maintaining effective heat management and operating noise.
Software Development
8.2
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.9'' x 8.9'' x 0.61'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 334 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
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 | N/A | |
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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."
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Matthew S. Smith | May 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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