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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, with its higher price, offers premium features including a more powerful Intel processor, dedicated Nvidia graphics, more storage and RAM, and a brighter mini LED display with a higher resolution, making it well-suited for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering. However, it is heavier and has a lower battery life, which may affect portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is more affordable, lighter, and boasts longer battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go use and general productivity, but its AMD integrated graphics and lower screen brightness and resolution may not be as suitable for demanding graphics tasks. Both laptops have backlit keyboards, touchscreens, and multiple USB-C ports, but no number pads. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.8
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
618.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
379.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i stands out for general use due to its higher RAM capacity which improves multitasking, a more color-accurate and brighter Mini LED screen improving visual experience, and a potent CPU and GPU combo catering to more demanding tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, while slightly less performant in those areas, offers greater portability with its lighter weight and longer battery life, alongside its renowned keyboard quality, making it a more travel-friendly and comfortable choice for productivity on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.3
6.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.9
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is equipped with a higher-end CPU and GPU, more RAM, and better screen quality with higher brightness and color space coverage, making it excellent for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, while still performing well with a capable CPU and GPU for its category, offers less RAM and a lower-quality screen, but benefits from greater portability and longer battery life, suiting it for users who prioritize mobility and usage time over peak performance.
Content Creation
8.5
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 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
8.3
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
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
9.6
7.0
14.5in
SIZE
13.3in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
618.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
379.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a crisp and vibrant display for browsing, media consumption, or document work, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i excels due to its high resolution and brightness. The emphasis on color accuracy in the Slim Pro 9i makes it suitable for professional engineering and design work, catering to those who need a wide color gamut for precision tasks. However, gamers and those involved in 3D work would find its lower refresh rate less ideal, as smooth motion and rapid response are key for these applications, making other models with higher refresh rates more fitting.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 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
Good
Excellent
14.5in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 costs $1,000.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and Lenovo Slim Pro 9i both have very 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 Slim Pro 9i | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 9.6'' x 0.85'' | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.78 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 11.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.64" | 7.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13705H | AMD Ryzen 7 6850U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 51.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3072 x 1920 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 618 nits | 379 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
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Matthew S. Smith | August 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is an impressive laptop with a brilliant Mini-LED display, a powerful 100-watt version of Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and excellent connectivity. Having run the Cinebench benchmark again, we were impressed with the CPU performance. That makes the Slim Pro 9i is an easy recommendation, especially for those who care about GPU and CPU performance. It’s also a fantastic choice if you frequently view HDR movies and games on your laptop."
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Brian Westover | September 2022
"In the premium ultraportable space, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 competes with the best of the best, and still manages to shine. The design is an impressive departure from the bland bare-metal laptop that's become so popular in recent years, and the AMD-powered system has performance that's just as impressive. It's a stark alternative to the Intel-based majority, and it stands up well enough to the impressive Apple M2 processor."
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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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