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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo Slim 7 16 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that the Slim 7, while often less expensive, is a larger and heavier machine, which may not be as easy to carry around, but typically offers a larger screen and might have better performance for demanding tasks. The ThinkBook 13x, on the other hand, is more portable due to its smaller size, making it a better fit for someone who values mobility and has less intensive computing needs. Keep in mind, better portability often comes with a higher price and possibly compromises on performance or screen size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
Both the Lenovo Slim 7 and ThinkBook 13x have high-resolution displays with bright panels, which makes them excellent for general use as they provide clear, crisp visuals and good viewing experiences in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks, these laptops excel because of their wide color gamuts, offering accurate colors that are crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals, an important factor for fast-paced and graphic-intensive activities.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a strong CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks, along with a high-quality screen and long battery life, making it ideal for general use; it's slightly less portable due to its size. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while also having a good CPU and RAM, offers greater portability with a smaller screen size and lighter build, but still maintains a balance with decent battery life and screen quality, suitable for users who prioritize mobility without compromising on performance.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.6
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 typically offers a capable graphics processing unit (GPU) and a higher screen refresh rate, which makes it better suited for smooth gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still offering decent performance with its GPU and CPU, might have a lower screen refresh rate and screen quality, leading to less fluid visuals during demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.9
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts powerful CPUs, ample RAM, high-end GPUs, and excellent screen quality, making it well-suited for demanding engineering software and design tasks; however, it's heavier and less portable. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with its quality keyboard and quieter operation, is also capable for engineering and design, though it might not handle intense graphics tasks as seamlessly, offering a balance between performance and portability.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
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 Slim 7 16 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
7.6
7.9
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.8
7.6
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Cost
$1,440
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a price of $1,440 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Slim 7 16 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,440 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.6 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.68" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 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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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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