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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize battery life and quieter operation, the LG Ultra 16 has a superior battery and runs silently, beneficial for extended use in quiet environments. However, if the keyboard quality and general use performance are more important for tasks like typing and daily activities, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i might serve you better. Despite both being lightweight, the LG is lighter and therefore more portable. Both laptops have similar storage, RAM, and screen characteristics, but note that the Lenovo is usually less expensive. Both are suitable for general use and light gaming but are not ideal for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
6.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
315.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a better screen than the LG Ultra 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 16 has a better screen for software development.
For general use, both the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and LG Ultra 16 may not offer the sharpest images and brightness options which can impact your everyday viewing experience. In engineering and design, these laptops may not cover a broad spectrum of colors, potentially giving you less accurate representations when working with graphics and detailed design work. Lastly, for gaming and 3D, they lack high refresh rates, leading to less fluid motion and slower response times, which could hinder the gaming and 3D rendering experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
6.5
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$828
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a price of $828 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
315.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is appreciated for general use due to its capable Intel i5 processor, 16GB of RAM for smooth multitasking, a balanced 16-inch IPS screen with decent color coverage for a pleasant viewing experience, a backlit keyboard with a numeric pad enhancing productivity, and fair built quality for daily wear and tear; however, it is slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to some competitors.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
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
10.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and LG Ultra 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the LG Ultra 16 are both judged fair for gaming and 3D because they possess integrated graphics within their main processors rather than dedicated GPUs, which offer more modest performance, and they feature a 60Hz screen refresh rate which is sufficient for casual gaming but may not be ideal for fast-paced games where higher refresh rates could provide smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.0
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 LG Ultra 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the LG Ultra 16 are both equipped with solid processors, ample RAM, and integrated graphics, making them suitable for engineering and design tasks; the IdeaPad's stronger graphics give it an edge in visually-intensive applications, while the Ultra's larger battery favors extended use without charging. The IdeaPad's higher screen brightness enhances visibility in various lighting conditions, and although both have good screen quality, the Ultra's slightly lower weight and fanless operation offer better portability and a quieter working environment.
Content Creation
7.4
7.7
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 LG Ultra 16 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
7.5
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 LG Ultra 16 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$828 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.17 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56.6 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 315 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
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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."
LG Ultra 16
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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.
About LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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