The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a better choice for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, offering robust performance with its high-end processor and powerful graphics card. It is also suitable for gaming, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, which affects portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is more affordable, lighter, and offers longer battery life, making it highly portable. It's suitable for general use and has commendable build quality, but its performance for demanding tasks and games is limited due to a less powerful processor and integrated graphics. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, which are very important for responsive and immersive gaming and 3D experiences. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a less powerful integrated GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications, even though it has a high-quality display.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
7.1/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X stands out for engineering and design due to its higher performance CPU and GPU, making it ideal for resource-intensive tasks, and its superior screen quality for detailed work, although it is heavier and less portable than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Screen Quality
8.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X's display has vibrant colors and sharpness suitable for tasks like web browsing and document editing, with ample brightness for viewing in various lighting conditions, making it very good for general use. Its color accuracy and wide color gamuts benefit professionals in engineering and design who need precise color representation. However, its lower refresh rate detracts from the gaming and 3D experience, where fluid motion and quick refreshes are key to performance and immersion.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,600
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a price of $1,600 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X shines in general use with a high-performance CPU and dedicated GPU, ample RAM and storage, and a quality screen with high refresh rates, though it has a relatively heftier build and shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while it has a competent CPU for general tasks and a good screen, boasts superior portability with its lightweight design and longer battery life, making it a more suitable choice for users who prioritize mobility and all-day use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 15X to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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 Aorus 15X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
Get a great deal on the Gigabyte Aorus 15X or the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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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