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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is often less expensive than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and has a larger screen and higher battery capacity, which is suitable if you prioritize budget and longer unplugged usage. However, it's heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. In contrast, the ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is more expensive but offers a lighter and thinner design for superior portability, along with a touchscreen and a higher-resolution display, which may benefit those who value mobility and enhanced display quality. Both have similar processing power and memory, making them capable of handling general use, though they may not be ideal for highly intensive tasks like gaming or advanced engineering work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
315.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The IdeaPad Slim 5i's display, while adequate in resolution and brightness for tasks like web browsing and document editing, lacks the wider color gamut and superior panel technology that professionals need for accurate color work in engineering and design. The ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its higher-quality display, supports broader color ranges and better viewing angles, making it better suited for color-critical applications, though both fall short in refresh rate, which is crucial for the smooth visuals demanded by gaming and 3D rendering. Neither laptop is geared towards gamers or 3D designers, who would benefit more from a laptop with a display that prioritizes high refresh rates alongside good resolution and panel quality.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$828
$725
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a price of $828 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
315.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offers a solid balance of performance and screen quality with its 16-inch display and adequate CPU for everyday tasks, while being reasonably portable and having sufficient battery life for general use. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga stands out for its exceptional portability and high-quality screen, complemented by a versatile 2-in-1 design and professional-grade features for productivity, albeit at a higher price point.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga both provide a fair gaming and 3D experience because their graphics are powered by the same family of integrated GPUs, which are decent for lighter gaming but don't handle intensive games as well as dedicated GPUs. Additionally, each laptop has a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is standard for regular use but may appear less smooth in fast-paced games compared to screens with higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i to be good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both suitable for engineering and design due to their capable processors and ample memory, which handle demanding software well, and their integrated graphics handle less intense graphical tasks including light CAD work. The IdeaPad offers a large screen with good resolution and colors suitable for design, while the ThinkPad, being lighter and thinner with a higher resolution and color coverage display, also adds the versatility of a 2-in-1 design for onsite engineering work or presentations.
Content Creation
7.4
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 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
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 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 Slim 5i and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$828 | $725 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 11.7'' x 9.2'' x 0.45'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.17 lbs | 2.54 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 11.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-1130G7 | |
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 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56.6 Wh | 44.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 315 nits | 451 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
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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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
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HT Tech
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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Tom Brant | April 2021
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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