The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is less expensive and offers good general performance with an emphasis on battery life, making it a smart pick for daily productivity and mobility. The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, on the other hand, has a sharper display, better performance for 3D tasks, machine learning, and engineering software, as well as improved graphics capabilities, which can be crucial if you're into gaming or need to run intensive applications. It's slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life, which might not be ideal if you need to work on the go for extended periods without charging. The decision should be based on whether you prioritize cost and battery life over advanced graphics and processing power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Best in class overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.6/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a superior Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals and better performance for gaming and 3D applications than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14", which is equipped with an AMD Radeon 680M GPU and a standard refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
8.9/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i stands out for engineering and design because it has double the RAM and a higher resolution Mini LED display compared to the HP Dragonfly Pro 14", plus it features a more advanced Nvidia GPU which is critical for 3D tasks. While both have high-quality screens and similar portability, the Lenovo's superior processing power and graphics make it better suited for demanding engineering software and intricate design work.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for content creation, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
9.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.5in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
618.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a display with crisp text and clear images for everyday tasks and professional design work, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i stands out due to its superior resolution and brightness, leading to enhanced readability and vibrant visuals. For engineering and design, its wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color reproduction, which is crucial for professionals who require precise color fidelity in their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, despite their high resolution and panel quality, both laptops fall short, as they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has 6 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
14.0in
SIZE
14.5in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i costs $1,500.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both very good for general use.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" boasts a capable AMD processor and sufficient RAM for most tasks, has a high-quality screen, is lightweight for excellent portability, and has a decent battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i features a more powerful Intel CPU and double the RAM, which, along with its superior Nvidia graphics and high-resolution Mini LED display, makes it better suited for more demanding applications, but this comes at a slight trade-off in weight and somewhat shorter battery life. Both devices offer high-quality keyboards, good heat management, and are relatively quiet, making them top choices for general use.
Software Development
7.8/10
8.3/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Slim Pro 9i to be very good for software development, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good.
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
8.5/10
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo Slim Pro 9i both have very 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 HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is an impressive laptop with a brilliant Mini-LED display, a powerful 100-watt version of Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and excellent connectivity. Having run the Cinebench benchmark again, we were impressed with the CPU performance. That makes the Slim Pro 9i is an easy recommendation, especially for those who care about GPU and CPU performance. It’s also a fantastic choice if you frequently view HDR movies and games on your laptop."
Get a great deal on the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" or the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
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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