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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you're looking for high performance for gaming or intensive tasks, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 may be the better choice; however, it will be bulkier and might not have as long a battery life as the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, which is more tailored for general use and business professionals seeking portability and a sleek design. If budget is a key concern and you need the extra power, the Lenovo Legion's lower price point is attractive, but if you prioritize a lightweight, compact laptop with potentially longer battery life, the ThinkBook 13x is likely to be more suitable despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.6
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 boasts a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it suitable for gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers moderate performance with a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, which impacts its gaming and 3D capabilities but still maintains good screen quality. While the ThinkBook 13x is more portable and may have a sufficient CPU, it does not match the high-end graphics performance of the Legion Slim 7, which is crucial for those activities.
Screen Quality
7.7
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with a focus on balancing performance and portability, features a display providing clear images and good color reproduction, making it suitable for general use and engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate could make fast-paced visuals in gaming less smooth. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x's standout display offers high resolution and brightness along with wide color coverage, enhancing experiences for both everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, though its gaming performance may be limited by similar refresh rate constraints. For gaming and 3D applications, where fluid motion is critical, neither laptop's display is optimized, as their refresh rates are not as high as specialized gaming laptops, which often boast quicker screen refresh capabilities to keep up with rapid movements and changes.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good portability.
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Cost
$1,200
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has a price of $1,200 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 offers a balance of performance with a strong CPU and ample RAM, making it suitable for intensive tasks and general use while also providing high-quality screen visuals; however, its gaming-focused features may reduce portability and battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x shines in portability and battery life for on-the-go productivity, with a good CPU and RAM for general use, a premium screen, and added benefits of quality keyboard and speakers, though it may not match the Legion's performance for more demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 offers a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful GPU suitable for demanding engineering software and design tasks, along with a high-quality screen for precise visuals. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still capable for engineering and design, is more portable with a compact form factor, featuring a comfortable keyboard and quieter operation, making it a better choice for those prioritizing mobility and a quieter working environment.
Content Creation
7.7
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkBook 13x to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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
7.5
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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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How the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.69'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | November 2022
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
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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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