The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is a budget-friendly option that is lighter and offers basic computing capabilities; it is suitable for general use like web browsing, watching videos, and document editing. It is also fanless, which means it operates quietly. However, it has a lower quality display, less powerful processor and graphics, and smaller storage capacity, which may limit performance for intensive tasks. The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6", on the other hand, is pricier but equipped with a superior processor, graphics card, and a higher-quality display with faster refresh rate, making it better for gaming, 3D applications, machine learning, and engineering software. It also has a backlit keyboard and is built for higher performance but is heavier, impacting its portability. The choice depends on your usage: if you're looking for a device for everyday tasks and value portability and low cost, go for the IdeaPad; if you need higher performance for demanding applications and can afford the price, the Legion Slim 7 is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7's superior performance in gaming and 3D is primarily due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, which significantly outperforms the modest Intel UHD Graphics 600 of the IdeaPad 1. Additionally, the Legion Slim 7's screen has a high refresh rate that's beneficial for gaming, unlike the IdeaPad 1's basic display that supports a standard refresh rate, enhancing the visual smoothness in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
7.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic CPU and GPU, and limited RAM, which impede its ability to handle the rigorous demands of engineering and design software, while its lower resolution and screen quality also contribute to a less suitable visual workspace.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
5.3/10
7.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vivid display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7's higher resolution and brighter screen outshine the IdeaPad 1. For precision tasks in engineering and design where color accuracy is key, the Legion Slim 7's display covers a wider color spectrum, ensuring more true-to-life colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from fast motion handling, the IdeaPad 1 falls short as the Legion Slim 7, while having better resolution and color, doesn't offer the high refresh rate that's essential for a smoother visual experience.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$1,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" costs $1,200.
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
Get a great deal on the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" or the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
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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