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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" usually costs less and comes with a capable AMD processor, making it a good option if budget is a key concern and you need solid overall performance. It has a slightly larger screen than the Slim 7i, which might be better for multitasking or enjoying media, but this also means it's a bit heavier and less portable. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is a bit more expensive but offers a more compact and lighter design, making it ideal if you're often on the move. It also has an Intel processor and twice the RAM of the IdeaPad 5, which could result in smoother multitasking and better performance with memory-intensive tasks. The Slim 7i's battery lasts slightly longer, so it might be the better choice if you need to work for extended periods without charging. Both laptops have the same storage capacity and high-definition screens, so for tasks like general use, both will serve well, yet the Slim 7i’s additional features justify its higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.5
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
341.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a display that is adequate for everyday tasks and basic engineering thanks to its resolution and brightness, but it falls short in gaming and 3D due to limited refresh rates. On the other hand, the IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a higher quality display with better color reproduction which benefits engineering and design work, where color accuracy is crucial. However, both laptops don't match the high refresh rate demands of gaming and 3D applications, which is essential for smooth visuals and detailed fast-paced action.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$690
$899
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a price of $690 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
341.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" provides solid general performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and ample RAM, coupled with a full-size 15.6" screen that has decent quality and touch capability, but it's a bit heavier which affects portability. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with its Intel i7 processor and more RAM, offers slightly better performance and has a high-quality keyboard and manages heat efficiently, making it very portable due to its lighter weight and smaller 14" screen, although it lacks a touchscreen.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a decent integrated GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, making it suitable but not exceptional for gaming and 3D applications. Similarly, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a capable integrated GPU with a similar screen refresh rate, allowing for fair gaming and 3D performance, yet neither are equipped with the more powerful dedicated GPUs and higher refresh rates preferred for more demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.7
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i to be good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is superior for engineering and design due to its larger RAM, which aids multitasking and complex software handling, and its higher-resolution screen offering sharper images, which is beneficial for detailed design work. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a smaller RAM size and lesser screen sharpness, making it adequate but not optimal for demanding engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
7.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
7.3
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
11.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $899 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | October 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.08 lbs | 2.99 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 12.62" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.18" | 8.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 341 nits | 340 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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 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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