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If you need a laptop for general use with a higher-resolution touchscreen, better portability, and prefer a slightly better battery life, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is suitable for you, although it tends to be more expensive. However, if you are seeking a larger screen size for productivity and can forgo a touchscreen, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, which is usually less expensive, might be a more cost-effective choice. Both laptops offer similar performance for general use, but keep in mind that neither is ideal for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
315.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a crisp, clear display for everyday activities and professional design work, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro stands out with its high resolution and bright screen, allowing for vibrant colors and sharp detail. It benefits engineering and design tasks with a wide color range, making sure that your creative projects appear with precise colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops are less ideal due to their lower refresh rates, which could mean less fluid motion and slower screen responses.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
315.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is suited for general use with a competent processor, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen that doesn't support touch, making it ideal for typical daily tasks while maintaining good battery life and portability. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro steps up with a more powerful processor, higher resolution touchscreen display conducive to multitasking, and enhanced portability due to its lighter weight, although this might result in a slightly lesser battery life than the Slim 5i.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has an entry-level integrated GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which limits its gaming and 3D capabilities, while the Slim 7i Pro, also with an integrated GPU, offers a higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals despite the graphics limitations of both models.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, with its latest generation Intel i5 processor, integrated graphics, and a 16-inch IPS screen with comfortable brightness and color space coverage, is suited for engineering and design tasks, although a bit heavier and larger for portability. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers improved screen resolution and refresh rate on a more compact 14-inch IPS touch display, alongside a slightly older but capable i5 processor, making it a better option for those prioritizing portability and visual detail without compromising critical performance required for engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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
8.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 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 Pro and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$828
$799
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a price of $828 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro costs $799.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$828 | $799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.17 lbs | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 12.29" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-11300H | |
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 | 8 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56.6 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 315 nits | 395 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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Allen Ngo | October 2021
"The main selling point of the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro versus a regular IdeaPad Slim 7 is its faster Core H-series CPU. In reality, the Core i7-11370H is only marginally faster than the U-series Core i7-1165G7 to the point where most users are not likely to notice the benefits. The slight performance uptick comes at the cost of slightly higher power consumption as well meaning owners will have to deal with potentially warmer temperatures or louder fans to compensate. Unless if you happen to be a power user, then the regular non-Pro model will be more than enough. Once you go 90 Hz, you can't go back."
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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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