The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is often slightly less expensive compared to the Lenovo Yoga 6, emphasizing value. The IdeaPad Slim 5i does not have a touchscreen, potentially making it less versatile than the Yoga 6 for those who prefer hands-on interaction. If portability is a priority, the IdeaPad Slim 5i has a larger screen but is also heavier, which could be less convenient for on-the-go use. In contrast, the Yoga 6 has slightly better battery life, making it a better choice for prolonged use away from power sources. Both share similar storage and memory, catering to general use and multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
Very good portability
Excellent battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4/10
6.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
315.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks, while the Yoga 6 provides similar qualities with possibly better color reproduction. When it comes to tasks like engineering and design, the Yoga 6 stands out with a wider range of colors, making it more suitable for professionals needing accuracy. However, gamers and those into 3D applications may find both lacking due to lower refresh rates, which affect the smoothness and responsiveness of fast-moving visuals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$828
$1,045
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a price of $828 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offers a balance of power for general use with an Intel CPU, ample RAM, and a quality screen, though it trades off some battery life and portability for a larger 16-inch screen. In contrast, the Lenovo Yoga 6, with its AMD CPU and similarly substantial RAM, provides better portability and longer battery life, perfect for on-the-go use, and versatility with a smaller touch-enabled screen that can convert into a tablet, but this comes with a slightly dimmer display.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
Both the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the Lenovo Yoga 6 are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to moderate GPUs and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz. While the IdeaPad Slim 5i features an Intel Iris Xe and the Yoga 6 includes an AMD Vega 8, neither are top-of-the-line for gaming, and with 60Hz refresh rates, they provide a decent but not high-end gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
7.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offers a solid combination of CPU, GPU, RAM, and satisfactory screen quality for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 similarly equips commendable CPU and GPU specifications with RAM that supports demanding tasks, alongside a higher-quality screen with touch capabilities; however, while the IdeaPad stands out for its larger display, the Yoga 6 shines in portability with its lighter build and convertible 2-in-1 design that can function as a laptop or tablet, offering more versatility but possibly a less stable typing experience than the IdeaPad. While both have good build and decent speaker quality, they may exhibit concernable operating noise, which is an important aspect to consider for long work sessions.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Lenovo Yoga 6 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 Slim 5i and the Lenovo Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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