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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card and a high-performance Intel processor, is better suited for intensive gaming and engineering tasks, but it's more expensive and less portable than the Lenovo Yoga 6. The Yoga 6, on the other hand, is lighter, has a longer battery life, and a touchscreen display, making it a better choice for general use and portability, while costing less. If gaming, 3D rendering or machine learning are priorities, opt for the Legion Slim 5i; if cost, battery life, and ease of carrying matter more, go for the Yoga 6. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.1
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i outperforms the Yoga 6 in gaming and 3D due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics and higher screen refresh rate at 165Hz, whereas the Yoga 6 utilizes the integrated Vega 8 graphics in the AMD Ryzen CPU and has a lower 60Hz screen refresh rate. Despite having similar quality IPS displays, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i's higher-end GPU and faster refresh rate enhance visual performance and responsiveness, essential for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is superior for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel processor combined with a dedicated Nvidia GPU which significantly enhances performance for demanding applications, which is beneficial for tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, and it has a larger, higher-resolution screen offering better detail and workspace. In contrast, the Lenovo Yoga 6, while still good for engineering and design, utilizes an integrated GPU and has a smaller screen, but offers greater portability and versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible, making it a better choice for those who prioritize flexibility and mobility over raw performance.
Screen Quality
8.0
6.7
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
343.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When deciding between the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and the Lenovo Yoga 6, consider that the Legion Slim 5i offers superior screen brightness and resolution, which enhances the viewing experience for general use and detailed work required in engineering and design. Despite its advantages, the Legion Slim 5i's screen has a lower refresh rate, making it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is crucial. Meanwhile, the Yoga 6, while offering acceptable performance for everyday tasks and precise color representation for professional design work, falls short for gaming due to the similar limitations in refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
343.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i offers robust performance with its higher-tier CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for more intensive tasks, and it has a larger, high-quality screen but at the cost of heavier weight and shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo Yoga 6, which is highly portable with its lightweight design and longer battery life, alongside a touch screen for added versatility, which makes it ideal for on-the-go general use.
Content Creation
8.0
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Slim 5i to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.8
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Lenovo Yoga 6 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Lenovo Yoga 6 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,055
$1,045
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a price of $1,055 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Legion Slim 5i | Lenovo Yoga 6 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,055 | $1,045 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 8.58" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 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 | 7 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 343 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Mario Petzold | March 2023
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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