Lenovo Legion Slim 7ivsMicrosoft Surface Pro 8

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Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
Legion Slim 7i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Slim 7i delivers impressive performance results in various applications with its powerful processor and graphics.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7i boasts exceptional build quality with a premium feel overall.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7i boasts an incredibly vibrant and color-accurate display with almost 500 nits brightness.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7i offers a robust feature set with an Intel Core i9 processor.
Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Surface Pro 8

Quick Stats

The Surface Pro 8 delivers impressive performance with an Intel i7 and 11th gen processor capabilities.
The Surface Pro 8's exceptional build quality and premium craftsmanship make it a standout device overall.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8's vibrant PixelSense display delivers crisp visuals with excellent color accuracy overall.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 features a powerful Intel i7 processor with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage easily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
Winner
#513
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#516
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
#210
Winner
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#570
Display
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
#526
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#283
Winner
Performance
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
#655
Winner
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#697
Build
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
#723
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#84
Winner
Features
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
#113
Winner
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#791

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Pro 8
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Core i7-1185G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Max-Q
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i

Strengths

This laptop has everything I could want in a laptop
The I9 13900H RTX 4070 provides great performance and battery life
Quiet mode with iGPU mode for great battery life
Color accurate and very bright display (almost 500 nits of screen brightness)
SD card reader, two USB type-c ports, a headphone jack, power adapter, three USB type A's, and an HDMI port
Fantastic aluminum chassis, assembled very well
Slim design that is not necessarily super light but still slim
Upgrade path available with 16 GB RAM (additional 16 GB stick can be added to the open slot)

Weaknesses

The 16 GB RAM bottlenecked system in Premiere Pro playback
Not impressive export times in Premiere Pro (2 minute and 29 second for 4K clip)
Export times for 6K were not satisfactory (368 drop frames)
Not ideal for heavy video editors requiring fast export times
No top-tier performance in Premiere Pro playback with just 16 GB RAM
Some components such as Photoshop and after effects require more RAM to reach their full potential
The laptop is not ideal for 6K video editing due to slow export times
The build quality, while excellent, has some plastic on the laptop's design

Microsoft Surface Pro 8

Strengths

Solid design solid keyboard pretty decent pen great cameras
The device has 256 gigs of storage, an intel i7 and it's an 11th gen g series processor which is probably the most powerful you're going to get in a mobile device like this
This set (i7 and 16 gigs of ram) is going to allow you to do most photo editing maybe some light video editing or honestly maybe some moderate video editing
The price is high but not necessarily the hardware it's not necessarily the specs it is the price you're paying a lot of money for device with these specs unfortunately
It comes down to this if you're looking to only buy a laptop and all you're going to use this for is a laptop then keep in mind with this device here you're compromising a little bit on the battery life and it is a lot more expensive
Anybody who's looking for either a very light slim travel friendly laptop or want the best two in one on the market i think this is a clear choice
Travelers students or just anybody who is not worried about the cost of this it's a fantastic device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i

The Lenovo Legion Slim 7i is an exceptional laptop for creators, boasting an impressive array of features. Powered by the I9-13900H processor and RTX 4070 graphics, it offers seamless performance and stunning visuals. The laptop's slim design, aluminum build quality, and vibrant display make it a standout in its class. With great battery life, quiet mode, and color accuracy, this laptop has everything you could want in a portable workstation.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is a powerhouse device that excels as both a laptop and tablet. Its slim design and light weight make it perfect for travel or daily commutes, while its impressive specs enable seamless multitasking and productivity. However, the price point may deter some buyers, with the base model costing over $1,600. This review will delve into whether the Surface Pro 8 is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a high-end, portable device that can handle demanding tasks.

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