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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a good balance for general use with a slightly more expensive price, longer battery life, and a standard 1080p screen, making it suitable for typical tasks like browsing, media consumption, and light productivity. However, if you prioritize a higher-resolution touchscreen, better color accuracy, and potentially improved performance for activities like photo editing or more intensive multitasking, despite shorter battery life and a slightly higher weight, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro could be a better fit, particularly if you prefer newer software as it comes with Windows 11 out of the box. Both have similar storage and memory, so either one will handle day-to-day tasks adequately. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
340.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with its good screen resolution and brightness, offers a clear and vibrant display that benefits everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. The Slim 7i Pro improves upon this with a higher-quality display that provides broader color coverage, crucial for precision in engineering and design, ensuring that colors are reproduced accurately and consistently. However, both models lack the high refresh rates that ensure smooth motion, meaning neither is the best fit for gaming or rendering 3D animations where fluidity and responsiveness are key.
Battery
11.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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.
Cost
$899
$799
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a price of $899 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro costs $799.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
340.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a balance of performance and battery life suitable for general use, with a capable CPU, ample RAM, and good screen quality, while it is light enough to be portable. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, on the other hand, provides a sharper and brighter display with better color coverage and a more powerful CPU, which is great for more demanding tasks, but it compromises slightly on battery life and is marginally heavier, which may affect portability.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the Slim 7i Pro have GPUs that meet the basic requirements for gaming and 3D applications, but they do not offer the high-end performance enthusiasts seek, with refresh rates that are suitable for casual gaming but not for high-framerate competitive play. While both models have capable CPUs and good screen quality, these factors are overshadowed by the limitations in graphics performance and refresh rates critical for a more immersive gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.0
5.5/10
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 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro both come with high-quality CPUs, ample RAM, and integrated Intel Iris Xe GPUs, which means they offer robust performance for engineering and design tasks. The Slim 7i Pro edges ahead with a higher resolution, better screen quality, including a higher refresh rate and improved color coverage, while the Slim 7i, though slightly lighter, offers longer battery life and quieter operation, making it a better option for those prioritizing portability and less noise.
Content Creation
7.7
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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
7.5
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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 7i and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2020 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.99 lbs | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.62" | 12.29" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.2" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i5-11300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 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 | 11.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 340 nits | 395 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 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 | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | 4 | 4 | |
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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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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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