If your primary concern is saving money while still having a robust laptop, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 could be a better choice; it offers good performance but might have a lower build quality compared to the ThinkBook. However, if you value a more premium build and potentially better business features that could enhance your professional work, investing in the ThinkBook 13x may be worth the extra cost. Remember, a higher price can sometimes mean better quality or additional features, which might be beneficial depending on your specific needs, like business travel or frequent presentations. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
Very good for general use
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Very good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4/10
8.2/10
14.5in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
334.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 provides a balance of resolution and brightness, making it comfortable for daily tasks like browsing and office work; meanwhile, the ThinkBook 13x steps up with even sharper visuals and higher brightness, offering a clearer and more vibrant display for everyday activities. In terms of engineering and design, both laptops deliver a wide color spectrum, with the ThinkBook 13x slightly edging out due to its richer color accuracy, which is crucial for precise graphic work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, neither laptop is ideal as they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals and quick responses during fast-paced action.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.5in
SIZE
13.5in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has a price of $1,200 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers a more powerful CPU and additional RAM which translate into smoother multi-tasking and more demanding applications, along with a higher-quality screen that enhances the viewing experience, though it's slightly less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the ThinkBook 13x, which strikes a balance between performance and ease of carrying around, with a focus on portability and longer usage on a single charge. The ThinkBook 13x, while it steps down slightly in performance, still provides a solid user experience for general use, with adequate storage and a comfortable keyboard, but for those prioritizing top-notch screen quality and system performance, the Slim Pro 7 14 is the preferable choice, as long as they don't mind carrying a charger for extended use away from power outlets.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.6/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D applications, ensuring smoother and more visually rich experiences. However, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while adequate for lighter gaming and 3D tasks, might fall short in demanding scenarios due to a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, despite having a decent CPU and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, equipped with a robust CPU, ample RAM, a dedicated GPU, and a high-quality screen, handles engineering and design software with ease, offering a smooth experience for power-intensive tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while maintaining a high-quality screen and sufficient CPU and RAM for various engineering applications, trades off some graphics performance for greater portability and a quieter operating noise, making it a more travel-friendly option without significantly compromising on capability.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both very good for content creation.
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
7.8/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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
7.8/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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 Slim Pro 7 14 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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