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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte A7 offers more power for graphics-intensive tasks due to its Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card, making it better for gaming or engineering applications compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i. However, the Lenovo has a higher resolution screen with a different aspect ratio, and is lighter and thinner, enhancing portability and battery life for everyday use and travel. The A7 costs more, but if you need strong performance for tasks like 3D rendering, it's the better choice. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, being less expensive, offers a balance for general use and work on-the-go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.3
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte A7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.6
7.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte A7 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte A7 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte A7 is equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and a high-end Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks and design work that require significant computational and graphical processing power; however, its larger screen and heavier build affect its portability. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, although having an efficient Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics, may handle engineering software less intensively than the Gigabyte but offers a lighter, slimmer design and better battery life, favoring users who prioritize easy transport and longer unplugged usage.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.4
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The Gigabyte A7 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Gigabyte A7 offers vibrant and sharp visuals due to its higher resolution and brightness, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i provides adequate clarity and brightness but may not be as eye-catching. In the realm of engineering and design, the A7's wider color gamut ensures more accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed work, whereas the IdeaPad Slim 5i has less color precision. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the A7's lower refresh rate can result in less fluid motion, while both laptops will not excel in this area due to the same limitation.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$940
$828
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte A7 has a price of $940 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte A7 boasts a high-performance CPU and ample RAM for smooth multitasking, complemented by a quality screen that's better suited for home or office setups due to its larger size and less portability; however, its battery life is limited compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i which, while also providing strong CPU and RAM for everyday tasks, has a higher-resolution screen with a more comfortable aspect ratio for productivity, better battery life for on-the-go use, and a lighter build which makes it easier to carry around. Both machines offer similar storage and solid keyboards, but the IdeaPad Slim 5i pulls ahead with better portability and longer off-the-charger usability.
Content Creation
7.3
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Gigabyte A7 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
7.0
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Gigabyte A7 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
7.2
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Gigabyte A7 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 Gigabyte A7 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte A7 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$940 | $828 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.58 lbs | 4.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.59" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.31" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 49 Wh | 56.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 318 nits | 315 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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