Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5vsHP ENVY 16

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Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
IdeaPad Slim 5

Quick Stats

The Ryzen 7 processor delivers strong performance for everyday use and casual gaming needs effectively.
Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 5 Light boasts a sturdy build quality with a solid keyboard deck and robust magnesium alloy interior.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light's display is merely adequate, lacking vibrancy and color accuracy.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light boasts an 8th Gen Intel Core i3 processor and 512GB SSD storage primarily.
HP
HP ENVY 16
ENVY 16

Quick Stats

The HP Envy 16 delivers solid performance, balancing work and gaming needs without a hefty price tag effectively.
The HP Envy 16's build feels more mid-range than premium due to several design and quality control issues.
The HP Envy 16's standout feature is its display, with impressive color and brightness settings available.
The HP Envy 16 features high-end Intel Core processors and Nvidia RTX graphics capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#271
HP ENVY 16
Winner
#269
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#182
HP ENVY 16
#79
Winner
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#93
Winner
HP ENVY 16
#438
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#425
HP ENVY 16
#233
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#679
HP ENVY 16
#664
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
#487
HP ENVY 16
#457
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5
HP HP ENVY 16
up to 16GB
up to 96GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U
Intel Core i9-13900H
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5

Strengths

Lightweight, weighing less than my water bottle
Long battery life (8 hours and 10 minutes of video playback and 11 hours and 20 minutes of web surfing)
Power efficient Zen 3 chip with a base TDP of 15 watts
65W USB-C charger is portable and convenient
Quiet operation (except when Extreme Performance mode is enabled)
Affordable price (RM3299 or around $700)

Weaknesses

The screen could be better, especially for those with OCD like the reviewer
HDMI port is a bit of an outdated feature in this day and age
GPU performance is not ideal for gaming (can only casually play AAA titles at low settings)
CPU can get hot (reaching 90°C during Extreme Performance mode)
Bottom of laptop can get slightly uncomfortable to touch when CPU is under load
Laptop's design might not be ideal for those who want a workhorse that can handle demanding tasks

HP ENVY 16

Strengths

It's a pretty good deal too, it's more on the fair scale rather than like a budget alternative
There's a massive touchpad on the bottom very accurate to use lots of space feels great when you click on it
The display is definitely one of the stars of the show it is a 4K OLED panel unfortunately it's 60 hertz but the color gamut is good the color accuracy is good and the screen brightness is okay
You do have Windows hello to log you in now my skin he was the I9 12900h but you can buy it with the i7 12700h
Fan noise is pretty good like you can put this on performance mode and the loudest it's going to get is 52 decibels
Heat management was fantastic on this laptop and obviously power throttles a lot in order to keep the temps down

Weaknesses

It's a little heavy at five pounds, which might not be ideal for everyone
The hinge can be a bit wobbly, which can be annoying when trying to use the laptop on a uneven surface
I wouldn't waste my money on the i9 version I would probably stick to the i7 instead if you're buying this for Content creation the Intel CPU is preferred over AMD because of quick sync
Intel's Arc gpus are not as powerful plus they're full of a lot of bugs right now that I don't think will get ironed out for a while
The battery life could be better, it gave me about four to five hours of use before needing to charge
I wouldn't recommend buying the 4K version save yourself the money get the 2K version instead
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Light is a refreshingly compact laptop that weighs in at just over 1kg, making it the perfect companion for school and work on-the-go. With its Intel Core i3 processor and up to 8 hours of battery life, this device can handle basic tasks with ease, from note-taking and document editing to watching videos and browsing the web. But is it enough to satisfy our increasingly demanding digital needs?

HP ENVY 16

The HP Envy 16 is a solid option for creatives looking for an affordable alternative to premium laptops. While it doesn't stray far from the standard silver design, its depth has increased to accommodate a 16x10 display. The laptop boasts a 4K OLED panel, QHD webcam, and powerful RTX 3060 GPU options. With upgradable RAM and storage, this mid-range device offers impressive performance for content creation and everyday tasks. However, some quality control issues and a less-than-premium build experience may be drawbacks to consider.

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