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Updated January 10, 2024·
If high performance for tasks like gaming or intensive engineering applications is essential to you, you're likely to prefer the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i as it comes with a stronger processor and graphics card. However, the XPG Xenia 14 offers better portability due to its significantly lighter weight and smaller size. It's well suited for general use and lighter tasks thanks to its adequate processor. The Lenovo has a larger and higher resolution screen, which might be preferable if you're working with detailed visuals. Remember that the additional power in the Lenovo comes at a higher cost and reduced battery longevity compared to the XPG. Each laptop runs on a different version of Windows, with Lenovo providing the more recent version, Windows 11. If price is a major concern, the XPG Xenia 14 offers a considerable savings with performance that meets everyday computing needs. 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
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
343.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is suitable for general use due to its robust performance driven by a high-quality CPU and RAM, complemented by a solid screen quality, but it has moderate portability and battery life. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14, while also having ample RAM for general tasks and good screen quality, stands out for its excellent portability and longer battery life, although it has less storage and a less powerful CPU than the Lenovo.
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
7.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i surpasses the XPG Xenia 14 in gaming and 3D applications due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, essential for smooth and detailed visual experiences in fast-paced games and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.4
6.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
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 XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i stands out for engineering and design use due to its robust Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and a high-quality display with great color coverage, which are crucial for intensive tasks and intricate design work. In comparison, the XPG Xenia 14 also performs well with a capable Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics, suitable for less demanding engineering applications, boasting better portability and longer battery life but with a less powerful GPU and smaller screen size.
Content Creation
8.0
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is somewhat better.
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
8.0
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
343.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i offers a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy and brightness, making it attractive for tasks like browsing and document editing, while its color gamut support also serves well for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming or 3D applications, where smooth motion and rapid screen updates are crucial. The XPG Xenia 14, similarly, provides a sharp and vibrant display suitable for everyday activities and professional design, but falls short for gaming due to its modest refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,055
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has a price of $1,055 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and XPG Xenia 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 5i | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,055 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
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 | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
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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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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