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Lenovo
Lenovo Legion 5i
Legion 5i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion 5i delivers impressive performance with Intel's Raptor Lake CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU.
The Lenovo Legion 5i boasts a sturdy and well-made build, perfect for a mid-range gaming laptop.
The Lenovo Legion 5i's display offers excellent image quality with vibrant colors and above-average brightness always.
The Lenovo Legion 5i features a high-performance display and up to 115W RTX GPU capabilities prominently.
Lenovo
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
Yoga Slim 7 Carbon

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon delivers smooth performance with efficient execution of tasks and applications smoothly.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon boasts an exceptionally sturdy yet lightweight build of exceptional quality overall.
The standout feature of the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon is its vibrant and pixel-dense display performance.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon boasts a stunning display with vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Legion 5i
#181
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
Winner
#178
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Legion 5i
#100
Winner
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
#529
Display
Lenovo Legion 5i
#261
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
#36
Winner
Performance
Lenovo Legion 5i
#53
Winner
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
#650
Build
Lenovo Legion 5i
#708
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
#56
Winner
Features
Lenovo Legion 5i
#780
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
#478
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Legion 5i
Lenovo Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-14900HX
AMD Ryzen 5 5600U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Laptop, 175W)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Legion 5i

Strengths

The Lenovo Legion 5i offers impressive performance numbers, making it a clear recommendation for those looking for a gaming notebook that can do it all without breaking the bank.
The laptop has a great port selection, with a generous IO setup including USB-A, USB-C, and an HDMI 2.1 connector.
The keyboard is well-suited for both games and work, with a generous 1.5 mm of travel and satisfying tactility.
The Legion 5i's snappy QHD+ display is well-suited for a mid-range gaming machine, offering above-average brightness and pretty all-right contrast.
The laptop has impressive battery life, especially considering the power-hungry CPU, lasting around 7.5 hours.

Weaknesses

The Lenovo Legion 5i can be quite loud, with fan noise being a significant issue, even in balance mode.
The placement of IO ports is somewhat of an issue, as it's scattered all over the place, which might make for a cluttered setup.
The webcam is not particularly special and may cause issues during Zoom calls.
The SSD can throttle quite significantly during torture tests, but performs well in everyday use.
The keyboard area has a bit more flex due to the chosen materials, although this is only an issue if you apply force.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon

Strengths

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon has a stunning display with vibrant colors, deep blacks, and a resolution of 2880 by 1800
The screen is rated at 100 dci p3 and supports Dolby Vision, allowing it to reproduce an excellent range of colors
The bezels are amazingly small, making it feel like a modern piece of technology
The laptop is incredibly light, weighing only around 1.1 kilos
The build quality is great, with the finish hiding fingerprints and little sign of any chassis flex
The trackpad is large and feels excellent to use, responding well to input
The keyboard has plenty of spring and depth to it, making it good for typing

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Lenovo Legion 5i

The Lenovo Legion 5i kicks off 2024 with a mid-range powerhouse that defies its price tag. This sleek laptop boasts pure performance, making it a great option for gamers without breaking the bank. With Intel's new Raptor Lake refresh CPU and NVIDIA's RTX 4060 GPU, this machine delivers smooth gameplay and snappy performance, despite some caveats. A solid review of Lenovo's latest gaming notebook begins here.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon

In a market saturated with budget-friendly laptops, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon stands out for its exceptional display and sleek design. With a vibrant 14-inch panel boasting a resolution of 2880 by 1800 pixels, this laptop delivers a visually stunning experience. Its lightweight magnesium and carbon fiber construction make it ideal for on-the-go use, while its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and 16GB RAM ensure seamless performance. But is it worth the investment? Let's dive in to find out.

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