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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Dragonfly Pro has a robust build, better speaker, webcam, and a higher portability score, making it suitable for professionals on the go who also need good multimedia capabilities. It sports an AMD Ryzen processor and Radeon GPU, which generally deliver strong general use and multitasking performance. However, this laptop comes at a slightly higher price point. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is more affordable and offers longer battery life plus a lighter build, suited for those prioritizing portability and budget over performance. With an Intel i7 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, it's competent for general use but may not handle intensive engineering or 3D tasks as smoothly as the HP. Both have similar screen sizes, IPS displays, and sufficient storage and memory for everyday use, but the HP's touch display and better screen colors make it more versatile for content consumption and creation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
- Very good for general use
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has no clear advantages over the HP Dragonfly Pro 14".
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.1
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for engineering and design, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the HP Dragonfly Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offer displays with ample resolution and brightness, making text clear and colors pop, which is conducive to activities like browsing and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops have screens that cover a wide color gamut, ensuring accurate color reproduction essential for detailed work in these fields. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short as they don't have high refresh rates, resulting in less fluid motion and slower response times which are crucial for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" both have very good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
405.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro offers a slightly better screen resolution and a touchscreen, contributing to a vivid and interactive experience, whereas the Lenovo Ideapad Slim 7i has a standard screen without touch capability but comes in lighter and marginally more portable. Both laptops have a similar screen size, good battery life, and are equipped with capable processors and ample RAM, making them well-suited for everyday tasks, with the HP providing a bit more power and the Lenovo leaning towards ease of carrying.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.2
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a more advanced AMD Radeon 680M GPU which benefits gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i's Intel Iris Xe, however, both laptops have the same screen refresh rate which is not ideal for high-end gaming. While the screen quality on both is decent, neither has a high refresh rate or top-tier GPUs necessary for the most demanding games or professional 3D work.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.8
7.5
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP Dragonfly Pro 14" | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $899 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | October 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.72'' | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.42 lbs | 2.99 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 12.62" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.78" | 8.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7736U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64.6 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 405 nits | 340 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | 4 | |
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HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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Brendan Nystedt | March 2023
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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Ted Needleman
| January 2022
"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."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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