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If you require high performance for gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the Lenovo Legion 9i with its powerful processor and advanced graphics will be better, though it’s more expensive and less portable. However, if you prioritize a lighter and more portable device for general use, and you're looking for a professional business look, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga with its touchscreen and longer battery life is a more cost-effective option. Keep in mind the Legion has a larger, brighter, color-accurate screen suitable for creative work, whereas the ThinkPad's screen is also good but not as advanced. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.2
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its advanced processor, high RAM capacity, and exceptional screen quality, excels in performance for a variety of tasks, but its heavier weight and larger size affect portability and result in shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, with adequate performance and screen quality for general use, but less suited for highly intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
9.2
6.0
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D applications, providing smooth and visually stunning performance. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, while suitable for general use with a decent CPU and screen quality, doesn't match the Legion's gaming capabilities due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
9.6
6.7
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 9i stands out for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU, larger RAM, superior GPU, and higher-quality Mini LED display, making it excellent for demanding computational tasks and visual clarity. However, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, while still capable with a decent processor and GPU for lighter engineering tasks, prioritizes portability and versatility with its lighter build and 2-in-1 convertible design, which may appeal to users who value flexibility and mobility alongside competent performance.
Content Creation
8.7
7.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
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
7.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
Screen Quality
9.7
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion 9i offers a vibrant and sharp display with high resolution and brightness, making documents and media look crisp and clear. When it comes to engineering and design, the same laptop provides wide color gamuts ensuring accuracy in color-critical tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, it falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which can lead to less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,420
$725
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a price of $3,420 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Lenovo Legion 9i and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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 X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 9i | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $725 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 11.7'' x 9.2'' x 0.45'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 2.54 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 11.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 9.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i5-1130G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 44.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 451 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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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Tom Brant | April 2021
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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