Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1vsLenovo Legion 7i

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 offers significant performance upgrades with AMD Ryzen and M2 PCIe SSD features.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a solid build quality with minimal flexing despite weighing only 4.34 pounds.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1's display offers improved color accuracy and overall visual quality significantly.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen processor with impressive specs.
Lenovo
Lenovo Legion 7i
Legion 7i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion 7i delivers excellent performance with easy handling of demanding tasks like video editing smoothly.
The Lenovo Legion 7i's strongest aspect is its sturdy and premium build design with a compact size.
The standout feature of the Lenovo Legion 7i is its stunning display with a high refresh rate.
The Lenovo Legion 7i offers impressive features, including a high-refresh-rate display, USB-C ports, and great speakers overall.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#185
Lenovo Legion 7i
Winner
#184
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#214
Winner
Lenovo Legion 7i
#559
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#130
Lenovo Legion 7i
#126
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#356
Lenovo Legion 7i
#243
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#740
Lenovo Legion 7i
#736
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#562
Lenovo Legion 7i
#559
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo Legion 7i
up to 40GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Laptop)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Strengths

The processor with built-in Graphics is under a heat sink and the fan blows through, keeping it cool.
The new display panel looks a lot better than the previous one, with improved quality.
The performance is better than before, as seen in the benchmark results.
The backlit keyboard is high-quality and still really good.
The aluminum top and bottom case are durable and well-made.
The graphite black 65 watt USBC power adapter is efficient and compact.
The Windows 11 Pro 64-bit operating system is up-to-date and reliable.
The weight of the laptop, at 4.34 pounds, is reasonable for its size.

Weaknesses

The bump out for the webcam looks funky and may get caught on things.
The webcam's shutter may be prone to tearing or damage.
The chassis has some plastic clips and mounts that can be frustrating to deal with.
The RAM is under a cover, which makes it harder to upgrade or access.
The M2 drive is short and won't fit longer drives, limiting customization options.
The lack of ddr5 RAM in this model may make it less competitive in terms of performance.
The thermal pad for the M2 drive can be a bit tricky to deal with.
The webcam's position on the top of the laptop may cause issues with durability and aesthetics.

Lenovo Legion 7i

Strengths

A great machine for creators with excellent performance when editing videos
Smaller and lighter than most other gaming machines
Several USBC ports for convenient connectivity
An SD card reader for easy file transfer
Great pricing for the specifications it offers
Perfect for casual gamers who want a good gaming experience without top-of-the-line performance
The laptop is great looking, one of the best looking gaming laptops in this glacier white color
Good speakers with clear vocals and solid sound quality

Weaknesses

Battery life is less than 2 hours, which is a significant drawback
Laptop can feel warm after heavy workloads and gaming
Not ideal for gaming on the go due to battery life concerns
Pricing may be higher compared to other similar laptops
Less-than-ideal performance in specific games like Call of Duty multiplayer (although this is not a major concern for casual gamers)
Laptop can get warm in certain areas, particularly near the power button
Battery life could be improved with settings adjustments in the Lenovo app
Not as powerful or efficient as a MacBook Pro
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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 is the latest addition to the popular business laptop series. This upgraded model boasts a 16-inch display, replacing the previous 15.6-inch variant. Inside, you'll find an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U processor, Radeon graphics, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD. The aluminum top and bottom case provide durability, while a 65W USB-C power adapter keeps it powered on the go. With Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, this laptop is ready to take on demanding tasks with ease.

Lenovo Legion 7i

The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 9 is a standout gaming laptop that boasts an impressive design and robust performance. This sleek device features a durable aluminum build and a vibrant 16-inch display with a 240Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for creators and gamers alike. With its powerful Intel Core i9 CPU and dedicated graphics, the Legion 7i delivers seamless performance for demanding tasks such as video editing and gaming. This review will delve into the device's capabilities and weigh its strengths and weaknesses.

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