Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7ivsHP ZBook Firefly 15 G7

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Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
IdeaPad Slim 7i

Quick Stats

The Intel 11th Gen CPU delivers solid performance without excessive power consumption or thermal throttling issues.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i's sturdy and well-made build quality is a notable highlight of the ultrabook.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i's display features a crisp 2,880 x 1,800 pixel resolution and good brightness.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i boasts impressive features including Intel's 11th Gen CPU and a 35-watt quad-core processor.
HP
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
ZBook Firefly 15 G7

Quick Stats

The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7's performance is sufficient for office work, but struggles with demanding tasks.
The Firefly 15 G7's sturdy build quality is undoubtedly its strongest asset, making it a solid choice overall.
The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 boasts a superior 400 nits display with excellent viewing angles and vivid colors.
The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 features a range of ports, including two Thunderbolt 3 USB-C.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#591
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
Winner
#587
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#195
Winner
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#619
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#510
Winner
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#716
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#707
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#336
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#309
Winner
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#642
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#521
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#438
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
HP HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1065G7
Intel Core i7-10810U
NVIDIA GeForce MX350
NVIDIA Quadro T1000 (4GB GDDR5)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i

Strengths

This laptop has a perfectly lovely display with high resolution (28.80 by 1800) and a 16:10 aspect ratio, making it great for productivity.
The Intel Iris Xc graphics provide good performance, especially in conjunction with the quad-core processor.
The aluminum chassis is slim, light, and premium-looking.
The laptop has a 90Hz refresh rate display, which provides silky smooth scrolling.
The battery life is decent, lasting up to 8 hours on light productivity work.

Weaknesses

The name 'IdeaPad Slim 7i' is not very inspiring and may be confusing.
The laptop lacks a micro SD card or SD card slot.
The keyboard is not as good as Thinkpad keyboards, but it's still pretty tactile.
The thermal constraints of the chassis can limit performance, especially in demanding tasks.
The laptop can get warm when using performance mode, which may be a concern for some users.

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7

Strengths

Lovely display - it's taken a long time to slowly introduce a display panel worth its price tag. This review model has an excellent screen with wide viewing angles, vivid colors, and the biggest plus: 400 nits of brightness.
Quiet operation - The Firefly 15 is silent most of the time thanks to the power-efficient i7 10-510u processor and thermal management.
Useful ports considering its lightweight dimensions - It has managed to cram some useful ports: two Thunderbolt three, USB Type-C ports, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI, a smart card reader, and even a slot for 4G LTE SIM.
Long battery life - The Firefly has a free cell 56 Whr battery giving around 10 hours video playback in general usage.
Good typing keyboard
Excellent security features including HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Security Essentials to protect against malware attacks, and HP SureStart Gen 6 to detect stop and recover from a BIOS attack or corruption.
Powerful display with 400 nits brightness

Weaknesses

Not suitable for serious adobe programming or CAD-type work due to Intel i7-10 510u processor
Intel i7-10 510u processor is not the best choice, AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U or Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U would have been a better option.
Nvidia Quattro P520 GPU is not powerful enough for demanding tasks
No SD card reader, which may be a disadvantage for content creators
Not the most powerful mobile workstation, despite its compact size and long battery life.
HP missed the mark by choosing Intel i7-10 510u processor instead of AMD Ryzen
Price - The Firefly's price is not disclosed in the text, but it may be a bit high considering its capabilities
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro: a laptop that's more than its unfortunate naming convention suggests. With an Intel 11th gen CPU and Iris Xe graphics, it packs a surprising punch for its price. A 14-inch touchscreen display with high resolution and 90Hz refresh rate is just the beginning. But can this ultrabook live up to its premium features? Let's dive in and find out.

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7

The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 is a premium office power user laptop in disguise, rather than a mobile workstation for serious Adobe programming or CAD-type work. With its supremely well-built design and excellent battery life, it's hard to deny its appeal. However, the choice of a 10th gen Intel Core Comet Lake processor and an underwhelming NVIDIA Quadro P520 GPU may leave users wanting more oomph. Can this laptop truly deliver for those who need a powerful mobile workstation?

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