The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is more portable due to its lower weight and smaller size, and its midrange price is higher than the Lenovo Slim 7 16's lower midrange pricing. The Framework has modest storage and memory, suitable for general use and lighter tasks, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers more storage and memory, ideal for more demanding engineering tasks and gaming, bolstered by a superior graphics card. The Lenovo also has a larger, higher resolution display and a longer battery life, making it a strong choice for multimedia and intensive workloads, albeit at the cost of increased weight and size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4/10
8.3/10
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Framework Laptop 13, with its respectable resolution and brightness, offers a clear and vibrant display that suits everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its modest refresh rate limits its appeal to gamers and those doing high-frame-rate 3D work. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts a superior screen that’s bright and offers higher fidelity with a broad color range, essential for precision in design and engineering roles but, like the Framework, it suffers in gaming and 3D contexts due to its lower refresh rate. In both cases, tradeoffs focus on screen characteristics relevant to specific tasks: general use and engineering/design benefit from their high-quality panels and color accuracy, while gaming and 3D applications are hampered by less emphasis on high refresh rates.
Battery
7.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,079
$591
$200
$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 Slim 7 16 costs $591.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.
The Framework Laptop 13 is highly favored for general use because of its lightweight design, making it very portable, paired with a high-quality screen, good battery life, and balanced CPU and RAM for everyday tasks. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 also excels in general use due to its larger screen with better resolution, powerful CPU and greater RAM, which provide a smooth experience, albeit with a slight compromise on portability due to its increased weight and size.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which are sufficient for casual gaming and non-intensive 3D tasks, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 features a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a higher 165Hz refresh rate, better suited for a smoother gaming experience and demanding 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
7.5/10
7.8/10
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 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for engineering and design.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is equipped with a moderate CPU and integrated graphics, suitable for less demanding engineering and design tasks, while its smaller, lightweight form factor and high-resolution screen cater to portability and clear visuals. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers a more robust CPU with a dedicated GPU and a larger, higher-quality display, making it better for more intensive tasks, though it sacrifices portability due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
Software Development
7.6/10
7.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
"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."
"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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) or the Lenovo Slim 7 16
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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