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The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro tends to be somewhat more expensive but offers higher display resolution, increased brightness, and a higher refresh rate which can make for a sharper and smoother visual experience when working with photos, videos, or detailed documents. It's also lighter and more compact, enhancing its portability. However, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 provides better battery life, a larger screen size for more immersive content viewing, and includes an Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card which is superior for 3D applications, machine learning, gaming, and engineering software. If you prioritize running intensive applications and longer unplugged usage, the Slim 7 16 is the better choice, while the Slim 7i Pro might suit you better if portability and screen quality for general use are your main considerations. Both have comparable memory and storage capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.7
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
395.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro for general use, gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
When choosing a laptop for general use, both the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Slim 7 16 have high-resolution screens with bright displays, making them excellent for daily tasks and watching media. For engineering and design, these models offer wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals working with visuals get accurate colors and detail for their projects. However, for gaming and 3D work, the lower refresh rates on these screens can result in less fluid motion, which might detract from the immersive experience, making them less ideal for those specific activities.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$799
$1,440
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a price of $799 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
395.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.6
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has an integrated GPU that's less capable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks compared to the dedicated Nvidia GPU found in the Lenovo Slim 7 16. Additionally, the Slim 7 16 offers a higher screen refresh rate, which is crucial for smoother visuals in gaming and can provide a more fluid experience for 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.5
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is equipped with a powerful Intel CPU and high-quality integrated graphics, suitable for demanding engineering and design work, along with a high-resolution screen with good color coverage, balancing performance with portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers a potent AMD CPU with a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a larger, brighter screen, which makes it ideal for more graphically intensive tasks in engineering and design, albeit at a tradeoff of being heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
7.4
7.6
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Battery
8.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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 Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $1,440 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.04 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.29" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11300H | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 395 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
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."
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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