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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or heavy graphic work, the Lenovo Legion 9i, despite its higher price, offers powerful performance and superior graphics, but it's heavier and might have shorter battery life. On the other hand, if you're focused on business tasks, value longer battery life, and need something easier to carry around, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is less expensive, offers good performance for everyday tasks, and is more portable, though it may not handle intensive tasks as well as the Legion 9i. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Best in class overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
9.2
6.7
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, offers a more immersive and smooth gaming and 3D experience, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with less emphasis on graphics and refresh rate but adequate CPU, is designed more for business users who occasionally might engage in lighter gaming or 3D tasks. The ThinkPad T14's screen quality, although good for everyday tasks, does not prioritize the fast refresh rates and high-grade graphics that are critical for high-end gaming and 3D applications that the Legion 9i delivers.
Engineering and Design
9.6
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i comes with higher-end CPUs and GPUs, and offers superior RAM configurations along with a high-quality screen, which are crucial for demanding engineering tasks and design work where performance and visual clarity are paramount. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while still capable for engineering, emphasizes portability and has a well-regarded keyboard, but it may not handle intensive graphical tasks as smoothly due to its less powerful GPU and potentially lower screen resolution.
Screen Quality
9.7
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion 9i boasts a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy and brightness, making it ideal for general use and engineering applications where clear visuals and precise colors are key. However, its lower refresh rate may not provide the smooth visuals desired in Gaming and 3D, where faster screen updates are crucial. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a good balance with respectable color representation and adequate brightness for everyday and professional tasks but similarly struggles with gaming and 3D content due to its modest refresh rate.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,420
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a price of $3,420 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.5
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Lenovo Legion 9i are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks and provides a sharp screen for vivid visuals, but its bulk and shorter battery life limit its mobility. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while still offering sufficient power and memory for everyday tasks, promotes portability with a lighter frame and longer-lasting battery, alongside a high-quality keyboard conducive for extensive typing sessions.
Content Creation
8.7
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 9i and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very 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
8.3
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very 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
8.5
8.0
The Lenovo Legion 9i and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have very 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 Legion 9i and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 9i | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $1,241 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 2.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 12.51" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 8.93" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 39.3 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 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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Matthew Buzzi | December 2023
"The Lenovo Legion 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next level."
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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