Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1vsLenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition

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Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
ThinkPad P15 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 delivers exceptional performance with outstanding results in demanding tasks.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1's build quality is solid and durable despite cumbersome design choices.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1's display is a highlight, reaching up to 600 nits of brightness.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 boasts impressive specs, including top-of-the-line Intel Core i9 processors and 128GB RAM.
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Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition offers impressive performance with a notable boost in single-core processing capabilities.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition has good build quality despite some unevenness on my review unit.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition boasts a vibrant 2.8k LCD display with great contrast and color.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition boasts impressive features like a 120Hz display and quad speakers with Dolby Atmos.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#224
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
Winner
#223
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#211
Winner
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#779
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#528
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#42
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#242
Winner
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#652
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#725
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#69
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
#115
Winner
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#531

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1
Lenovo Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
up to 128GB
up to 32GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Xeon W-10855M
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
NVIDIA Quadro T2000 (4GB GDDR5)
Intel Arc Graphics 140V

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1

Strengths

performance is great office tasks multitasking gaming video editing no issues at all for video editing i shoot with a canon eos rp editing with 1080p files but exporting in 4k for youtube again no issues with scrubbing the timeline or exporting videos...
the keyboard thinkpads are known to have great keyboards and the p15 is no exception i can type really fast on this
durable with military certification for dust vibration humidity temperatures and more when you get a thinkpad you know it'll last for a very long time
the display looks great and does a great job at removing glare

Weaknesses

i was surprised to be disappointed right away you're getting a design that you normally see from a powerful mobile workstation it's bulky heavy and it's got a lot of ports the bezel is also gigantic
my complaint of course is that large bezel i've also been leaning away from 16x9 displays and companies are starting to do the same
the speakers just don't provide a good experience music and movies sound teeny and i understand this wasn't built as an entertainment laptop but more of a work laptop
fan noise is also loud you'll hear the wishing sound when editing videos or performing software updates

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition

Strengths

The laptop has a gorgeous 15.3 in 2.8k LCD 120 HZ display
Improved single core performance
Excellent integrated Graphics
The keyboard is improved with familiar smile-shaped keys, 1.5 mm travel, and comfortable typing experience
The touchpad is precise and responsive for scrolling and gestures
Outstanding battery life all day
The laptop runs cool and quiet for everyday tasks
Powerful quad speakers with Dolby Atmos

Weaknesses

The RAM is not upgradeable since it's integrated into the system on a chip
No SD card reader, which is a drawback
The laptop has a smaller form factor m.2 2242 SSD instead of the larger m.2 2280
The build quality was uneven on my desk (potential manufacturing issue)
Limited port options, with only two Thunderbolt four ports split up on each side
No SD card reader for expanded storage needs
Potential build quality issues, as seen on the review unit
Limited upgradability due to integrated RAM and smaller SSD form factor
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Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 is a powerhouse laptop designed for creators and professionals. On paper, it's a beast, with a potent combination of Intel Core i9 processor, up to 128GB RAM, and an NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 graphics card. However, my experience with this machine was not as impressive as its specs suggest. I'll delve into the details of its design, display, keyboard, speakers, and performance to see if it lives up to its promise.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is a powerhouse of a laptop that boasts impressive specs, including the brand-new Lunar Lake processor. This sleek device features a gorgeous 15.3-inch 2.8k LCD display, improved single-core performance, and exceptional integrated graphics. The keyboard and touchpad have been refined for comfortable typing and navigation. With all-day battery life, quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, and excellent build quality, this laptop checks nearly every box on the list of desirable features.

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