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The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is lighter and more portable with a higher resolution screen, making it ideal for general use and productivity with its quality display and ease of transport. Its integrated Iris Xe graphics are suitable for everyday tasks but not for intensive gaming or 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" is heavier and less portable, designed for gaming and performance-heavy tasks, thanks to its AMD Ryzen processor and RTX 4060 graphics card. It has a high refresh rate display beneficial for gaming but isn't as high resolution as the IdeaPad. It’s less battery efficient, but this is expected with higher performance components. If portability and battery life are your priorities for general use, go with the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro. If you need a laptop for gaming, 3D work, or other performance-intensive tasks and don't mind the extra weight and shorter battery life, the Legion 5 is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 15"
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.9
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics processor and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which offers smoother visuals and better graphics performance than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, which has Intel Iris Xe graphics and a lower refresh rate of 90 Hz. Additionally, gaming often demands more from a GPU, and the RTX 4060 in the Legion 5 is a dedicated gaming-grade GPU, unlike the integrated Intel Iris Xe in the Slim 7i Pro.
Engineering and Design
7.0
8.2
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is good.
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" is very good for engineering and design due to its higher-performing AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX GPU which are the core drivers for such tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, despite having an adequate Intel CPU and integrated GPU, doesn't quite match the Legion's performance envelope for intensive tasks. Additionally, the Legion 5 offers a higher refresh rate display that could be beneficial for design work, but it is less portable and noisier than the Slim 7i Pro, which might be important considerations for some users.
Screen Quality
7.7
8.0
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
395.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 15" for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a screen with high resolution and brightness, making it ideal for tasks like browsing and watching videos, while its superior color accuracy benefits professionals in engineering and design who require precise color representation. The Legion 5 15", while also offering a good screen for daily tasks and decent color coverage for creative work, falls short for gaming and 3D applications because it lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth gameplay and animation. The IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro also isn't suited for gaming and 3D work due to its standard refresh rate, despite its display's sharpness and color-richness.
Battery
8.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 5 15" has 4 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 5 15" has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$799
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a price of $799 and the Lenovo Legion 5 15" costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.5
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
395.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers a solid combination for general use with good CPU and RAM, a high-quality screen, and decent portability, backed by a long battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion 5 15" packs a more powerful CPU and GPU suitable for intensive tasks and gaming, with a larger, high-refresh-rate screen, but its bulkier build and shorter battery life make it less portable.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 5 15" 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
7.3
7.3
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Lenovo Legion 5 15" 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
7.8
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Lenovo Legion 5 15" 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 Pro and the Lenovo Legion 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro | Lenovo Legion 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | 14.1'' x 10.3'' x 0.95'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.04 lbs | 5.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.29" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 10.33" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11300H | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 395 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
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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."
Lenovo Legion 5 15"
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2021
"The Lenovo Legion 5 15 is an affordable gaming laptop with a lot of power. The new AMD processor Ryzen 7 5800H offers plenty of performance and it is also very efficient. The combination with the fast 130W version of the GeForce RTX 3060 ensures high gaming performance. We also like the fast 165 Hz display with the 1080p resolution. The automatic graphics switching causes some problems with stutters, which are very annoying. If you do not need long battery runtimes, you should definitely deactivate the hybrid graphics mode in Lenovo's Vantage app. The Legion 5 15 is never silent."
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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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