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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.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1's performance is severely limited and falls short of user expectations overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1's build is a mixed bag, lacking practicality and usability.
The OLED 13.3-inch display is a standout feature with vibrant colors and sharp text clarity overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1 offers multiple work positions, vibrant OLED display, and durable hinge design.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#591
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
Winner
#590
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#195
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#651
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#510
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#38
Winner
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#707
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#846
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#309
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#64
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
#521
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#771

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
up to 16GB
up to 8GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1065G7
Intel Core i5-L16G7
NVIDIA GeForce MX350
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7
N/A
1x 2242 M.2 PCIe x4 

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 ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

Strengths

Fascinating concept you can't help but marvel the innovation with the Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold offering multiple positions to work with depending on your needs at the time.
The vibrant screen, the OLED 13.3 inch display with a useful 4x3 aspect ratio is gorgeous to stare at for hours rich colors and sharp text throughout.
Durable hinge for first gen foldable device Lenovo engineers have done wonders with the sturdy hinge mechanism to open and close to the bendable screen after four months of daily usage it has reliably opened and closed just like a traditional laptop screen.
Frugal input devices the x1 fold could do with more than the two usb-c ports especially if you're using one for charging but the durable hinge is a plus.
The thinkpad x1 fold setting a new benchmark for this unique form factor
Durable display that has reliably opened and closed after four months of daily usage.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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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 ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1 is a revolutionary device that boasts a unique foldable design, allowing users to seamlessly switch between laptop and tablet modes. With its stunning OLED display and robust hinge mechanism, it's an innovative take on traditional computing. However, the experience falls short in several areas, including unresponsive touchscreens, underwhelming performance, and woefully inadequate battery life. Despite its flaws, this first-gen foldable device shows promise for a brighter future with potential improvements in subsequent models.

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