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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you need higher storage space, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers double the storage of the Lenovo Flex 5 16. The Slim Pro also has a dedicated graphics card, making it better for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming, and it has a slightly better battery life. However, it is generally more expensive. The Flex 5 offers a large 16-inch screen with touchscreen capability, which is great for general use and engineering tasks, at a lower price point. The Slim Pro, with its 14.5-inch screen and lighter weight, is more portable. Both have good build quality and similar keyboard and screen quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14.
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16, with its 2-in-1 convertible design, is versatile for engineering and design work, offering robust integrated graphics and a large screen, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 features a more powerful dedicated graphics card and processor combination better suited for demanding tasks but is more portable due to its lighter weight. Screen quality is excellent on both, but the Slim Pro 7 14 has slightly better speaker quality and is newer, which may translate to more up-to-date features and support.
Screen Quality
7.3
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 16 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the Slim Pro 7 14 offer screens with sharp resolution and adequate brightness, ensuring comfortable viewing for tasks like browsing or watching videos. They excel in engineering and design due to their ability to display a wide range of colors accurately, which is crucial for tasks that demand color precision. However, their lower refresh rates mean they're less suited for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion and rapid screen updates are key to a better experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$779
$1,200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 costs $1,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, with its strong AMD Ryzen CPU and more powerful Nvidia graphics, provides higher performance, and along with double the storage space and longer battery life, it's highly suitable for varied tasks, while also being lighter and thus more portable than the Lenovo Flex 5 16. Meanwhile, the Flex 5 16 features a convertible 2-in-1 design which may appeal to those seeking versatility for use as both a laptop and tablet, but with an Intel CPU and integrated graphics, it is less tailored for performance-intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.7
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smoother visuals and better gaming and 3D performance, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16, with a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, provides an adequate but less impressive experience. Additionally, the Slim Pro 7's better CPU and screen quality further enhance its suitability for these tasks, compared to the Flex 5.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.5
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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.
Battery
11.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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.
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How the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Flex 5 16 | Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | 12.9'' x 8.9'' x 0.61'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 12.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.5 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 334 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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Matthew S. Smith | May 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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