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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo Legion 9i and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that the Legion 9i is designed for high-performance tasks like gaming and intensive software applications; it offers powerful processing and graphics capabilities, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. On the other hand, the ThinkBook 13x is more affordable, lightweight, and has a longer battery life, suited for general use and business tasks, but it may not handle demanding applications as well. If your work involves resource-heavy applications or you're an avid gamer, you might lean towards the Legion 9i despite the higher price and decreased portability. If you prioritize mobility, battery life, and lower costs for everyday tasks and light usage, the ThinkBook 13x could be the better option. 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
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.9
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 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 ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its powerful CPU and abundant RAM, provides smooth performance for various tasks and a high-quality screen for sharp visuals, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, which offers a balance of good performance, a quality display, and better portability and longer battery life for on-the-go users. While the ThinkBook 13x doesn't match the Legion's top-tier specs, it still maintains solid storage, a comfortable keyboard, and manages heat and noise well, making it a reliable choice for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
9.2
6.6
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
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 ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 9i boasts a higher-end GPU and a screen with a faster refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, where these factors enhance the visual experience and gameplay smoothness. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate display, which means it's less capable for demanding graphics tasks but may suffice for casual gaming and general use.
Engineering and Design
9.6
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with a more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and superior GPU, handles demanding engineering software better and provides a high-quality screen for detailed designs, whereas the ThinkBook 13x balances moderate performance with greater portability and a quieter operation, making it suitable for lighter engineering tasks and mobile use. The ThinkBook may appeal to those prioritizing a more lightweight and quiet device, but the Legion 9i is the better choice for intensive engineering work.
Content Creation
8.7
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 9i and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both very good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion 9i 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
9.7
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion 9i offers superior visual clarity and color accuracy with its high-resolution display and broad color gamuts, making it excellent for tasks that require attention to detail like engineering and design. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x also provides a sharp and vibrant display with strong color accuracy, though not as high-end as the Legion, which is still very suitable for general and professional work. However, for gaming and 3D, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which are less ideal for the fast-paced visuals needed in these applications.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
2.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The Lenovo Legion 9i has very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$3,420
$1,399
$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 ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
Software Development
8.3
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion 9i to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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.
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How the Lenovo Legion 9i and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 9i | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
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 | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
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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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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