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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with more storage, higher memory, and a more powerful Intel i7 processor, offers better performance ideal for intensive tasks. It also features a higher resolution screen which makes for a clearer and more detailed display. If budget is the main concern and the tasks are basic, like web browsing and document editing, the Maypug could be a suitable choice. However, for better performance in multitasking, media, and more demanding applications, the Lenovo is the recommended option, despite the higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
340.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers better performance for general use with a higher-end CPU and more RAM, leading to smoother multitasking and faster processing, as well as a higher quality screen providing better color accuracy and brightness. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop comes with a lower-tier CPU and less RAM, which may slow down more demanding tasks, and has a screen with lower resolution and color quality, but it is somewhat cheaper and still adequate for basic tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.6
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is equipped with Intel Iris Xe graphics, which provides fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has Intel UHD Graphics, which is less capable, making it poor for such demands. The IdeaPad Slim 7i also benefits from a better CPU and higher screen quality, contributing to a more suitable experience for these tasks compared to the Maypug's lower-tier CPU and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.1
5.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is better suited for engineering and design use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, higher RAM capacity, and superior integrated graphics, which allow for efficient multitasking and handling of complex software commonly used in these fields.
Content Creation
7.7
5.9
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
340.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a display that provides clear visuals and vibrant colors suitable for general use and engineering tasks due to its high resolution and wide color gamuts, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for the fast-moving images common in gaming and 3D applications. The Maypug 15" Laptop has a display that lacks in sharpness, brightness, and color accuracy, which makes it less optimal for tasks where detail is key, such as general computing and specialized work like engineering and design. For gaming and 3D rendering, the Maypug's screen falls short as the refresh rate is not high enough for a smooth visual experience, and the resolution and panel quality do not support the level of detail and speed required for these activities.
Battery
11.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
5.1
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$899
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a price of $899 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2020 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.99 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.62" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.2" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 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 | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 340 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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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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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