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Updated January 10, 2024·
Given that the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is geared towards portability with a weight of just under 3 pounds and a smaller screen, it's ideal if you need something lightweight and easy to carry. Battery life is decent, but not as long-lasting as heavier laptops. Performance-wise, it handles general use well but might not be the best for intense gaming or heavy engineering software. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, on the other hand, offers a larger screen, more powerful graphics, and a better processor suited for gaming or engineering tasks, yet it's heavier and somewhat less portable. If frequent travel is not a concern and you require higher performance, the Legion Slim 5i is a compelling choice. Both have similar prices, but you'll see a big difference in performance and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
8.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i boasts a powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a high 165Hz screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and handling complex 3D tasks, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) features an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a standard 60Hz refresh rate, which is sufficient for casual gaming but not optimized for high-end gaming and intensive 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.3
8.4
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i excels in engineering and design use owing to a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, along with greater RAM which is vital for such tasks, and it displays a larger, higher quality screen, making it very good for demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.5
8.0
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for content creation, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.0
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has excellent brightness and resolution, providing a crisp and vibrant display, whereas the Framework Laptop 13, while still offering a good display, may not match the Lenovo in terms of brightness and sharpness. For engineering and design, the Framework Laptop 13 provides a respectable color accuracy and a range of colors but may fall short of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, which offers a superior color range, crucial for precise and professional work. However, for Gaming and 3D, both laptops may disappoint due to their lower refresh rates; although they have decent resolutions and panel types, serious gamers and 3D designers will miss the fluid motion and responsiveness of higher refresh rates.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for general use with its lightweight design and sufficient performance for everyday tasks, and it stands out for being highly repairable and customizable. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, on the other hand, offers a more powerful CPU and GPU, ample storage, and higher RAM, making it fit for more demanding applications while also having a larger, higher-quality display, albeit at the cost of portability and battery life.
Software Development
7.6
7.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
Battery
7.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 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
7.4
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,079
$1,055
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,079 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i costs $1,055.
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How the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 13 (2023) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,079 | $1,055 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.95 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.7" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.01" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1340P | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 472 nits | 343 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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About Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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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