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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 7i Pro is pricier but offers stronger performance for tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, with a more powerful processor and graphics card; it's suitable if you need high performance for gaming or engineering software. However, it has a shorter battery life and is heavier, making it less portable. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is more affordable, lighter, and has better battery life, making it more suited for everyday use and portability, although it has less power for intensive tasks. Both have high-quality keyboards and similar screen sizes and resolutions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
469.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is good.
The Lenovo Legion 7i Pro is superior for general use due to its more powerful CPU and double the memory, along with a brighter screen and better build quality, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, which still offers a good screen, sufficient memory for most tasks, and a longer battery life, making it a more travel-friendly option.
Gaming and AI
9.1
8.0
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i offers superior gaming and 3D performance largely due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, enhancing smooth visuals during fast-paced action. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, while still delivering very good gaming performance, incorporates a modest Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 165Hz, providing less graphical prowess and a slightly less fluid gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
9.3
8.4
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i stands out for engineering and design work due to its superior CPU and GPU, with more RAM for complex tasks and a screen that is brighter with higher color accuracy, which can be crucial for detailed design work. Compared to the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, the Pro 7i offers better hardware capabilities, while the Slim 5i, although very capable, emphasizes lesser weight and longer battery life, making it a more suitable option for those prioritizing portability and longer unplugged working periods.
Content Creation
8.5
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i are both very good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.7
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
469.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i's screen excels in clarity and visibility thanks to its sharp resolution and brightness, making it comfortable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. In engineering and design, the Pro 7i's display covers a wide range of colors, essential for accuracy in professional creative work. Meanwhile, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-moving scenes are common, its lower refresh rate could lead to less fluid visuals compared to displays optimized for high refresh rates.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,000
$1,055
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a price of $2,000 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i costs $1,055.
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Key similarities
Software Development
8.2
7.8
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Pro 7i to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is good.
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
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i both have only fair portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Pro 7i | Lenovo Legion Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,055 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.94'' | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.32" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900HX | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 469 nits | 343 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 4 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2023
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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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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