The Framework Laptop 16 offers excellent performance for engineering tasks with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and AMD Radeon 780M GPU, and it's highly customizable for future upgrades. It has a high-resolution 16:10 display with a 165Hz refresh rate, making it suitable for fast-motion content. However, it's heavier and less portable than some alternatives, and the battery life is average.
On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i features a Mini LED display with touchscreen capabilities, offering vibrant colors and high brightness, which is great for general use and media consumption. Its Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU provides good performance for gaming and creative work, though it may not match the Framework's engineering performance. The Yoga Pro 9i is also more compact and has a longer battery life, making it more portable.
If you prioritize engineering performance and customizability, the Framework Laptop 16 is the way to go. However, if you want a more portable device with a superior display for general use and better battery life, the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i would be a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i
Good for gaming and AI
Best in class overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
7.7/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) 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
8.1/10
8.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
9.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
490.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
PerfectRec’s screen quality scores take into account various important factors that are relevant for different use cases.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.4/10
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has a price of $1,699 and the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i costs $1,450.
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
8.1/10
8.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very 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
8.0/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very 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
9.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has 9 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i compare to other laptops
"The trend towards thinner and lighter laptops is made possible by fusing more and more components onto the mainboard. The main drawback to this approach is that it limits repairability as even a small fault may require replacing entire boards. Framework is one of the only manufacturers looking the other way in an attempt to improve end-user customization and servicing. There's no question that the Laptop 16 is more user-friendly to service than any alternative, but this lucrative feature comes at the cost of size and weight as individual components must be easily replaceable."
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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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