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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the LG Ultra 13 depends on your priorities. If a larger storage capacity, higher battery capacity, and better heat management are important for you, the Lenovo could be a good fit; however, it's heavier and a bit less portable. Meanwhile, the LG Ultra 13, while more affordable and offering better portability due to its lighter weight, has less storage and a lower battery capacity, which could limit prolonged use away from power sources. Both have good general use performance and are equipped with backlit keyboards, but neither is designed for intensive gaming. If you need a device with a high portability score and can compromise on storage and battery life, the LG Ultra 13 is the better choice. If you prioritize battery life and storage and don't mind a slightly heavier device, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Good for engineering and design
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
340.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 both have panels with sufficient resolution and brightness, making them suitable for general tasks like web browsing and video streaming. They offer wide color gamuts, providing the accuracy needed for engineering and design work where precise color representation matters. However, both lack high refresh rates, making them less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial.
Battery
11.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 has 10 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
$529
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a price of $899 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
340.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the LG Ultra 13 both offer solid performance for general use due to their capable processors and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and speedy operation. While both have high-quality IPS screens for clear and vibrant visuals, the IdeaPad has a slight edge in battery life for longer use on the go, and the Ultra 13 is lighter, enhancing its portability.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the LG Ultra 13 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they are equipped with integrated graphics cards, which are not as powerful as dedicated GPUs for these tasks; and they both have standard 60Hz refresh rate screens which do not provide the smoother visuals of higher refresh rate displays found in specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
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 7i to be good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is preferred for engineering and design because it features an Intel i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics that can handle complex tasks better than the LG Ultra 13 which has an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with integrated Vega 7 graphics. While both laptops offer 16 GB RAM and quality IPS displays, the IdeaPad's superior CPU and GPU make it more suitable for demanding engineering software, despite being slightly heavier and less portable than the lightweight LG Ultra 13.
Content Creation
7.7
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 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
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 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
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Ultra 13 to have excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and LG Ultra 13 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2020 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.99 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.62" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.2" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 340 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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PCMag
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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CNET
Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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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