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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.
Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Y740S
Legion Y740S

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Y740S delivers high-performance capabilities with up to an Intel Core i9 processor.
The Lenovo Legion Y740S boasts a solid build quality with a 500-watt power supply and additional storage options easily accessible.
The Lenovo Legion Y740S boasts an impressive UHD display with vibrant colors and 100% sRGB color gamut accuracy.
The Lenovo Legion Y740S boasts up to a Core i9 processor and 32GB RAM for demanding tasks.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Winner
#591
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#592
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#195
Winner
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#709
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#510
Winner
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#523
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#707
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#626
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#309
Winner
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#719
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#521
Lenovo Legion Y740S
#111
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Y740S
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-1065G7
Intel Core i5-10300H
NVIDIA GeForce MX350
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q

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.

Lenovo Legion Y740S

Strengths

The Lenovo Legion Y740S is incredibly slim and thin, making it a great portable creative laptop.
It can be paired with an eGPU such as the Boost Station for enhanced gaming performance.
The Boost Station supports up to AMD 5700 XT or Nvidia RTX 280 Super graphics cards.
The laptop has Thunderbolt 3 capability, supporting VR and other demanding applications.
It has a 500W power supply, additional storage slots, and PCIe express bays for expandable storage.
The Boost Station is tool-less, making it easy to swap out the graphics card and add storage.

Weaknesses

The Legion Y740S does not have a discreet graphics card, which may be a drawback for some users.
The price of the laptop is $1099, which may be steep for some budgets.
There are no further details on the specs of the K300 gaming keyboard or the updated Why 25 gaming monitor.
The keystrokes on the true strike keyboard have been changed to a 'little bit different' feel, which may take getting used to.
The arrow keys are slightly bigger this year, but it's unclear if this is a significant improvement.
There is no mention of any potential heat issues with the vapor chamber cooling system.
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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.

Lenovo Legion Y740S

The Lenovo Legion Y740S is a slim and portable gaming laptop that packs a punch without breaking the bank. Weighing in at just under 2 pounds, this laptop is designed for creative professionals who want to game on-the-go. With its impressive specs, including up to 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, this laptop promises seamless performance for demanding applications and games.

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