Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura EditionvsLenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

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Lenovo
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.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 delivers solid performance with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor efficiently.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2's build is a solid compromise between portability and functionality effectively.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2's 1200p display is a notable downgrade from last year's model.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 boasts impressive features with up to 32GB RAM and improved speaker system.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
Winner
#223
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#225
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#779
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#358
Winner
Display
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#42
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#123
Performance
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#652
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#352
Winner
Build
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#69
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#728
Features
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
#531
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#553

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U
Intel Arc Graphics 140V
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
N/A
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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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.

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 is a budget-friendly laptop that punches above its weight. While it may lack the premium features of its higher-end counterparts, this device still manages to deliver on performance and usability. Powered by last year's AMD processor (although an Intel model is also available), the ThinkPad E16 offers impressive battery life and a decent integrated GPU. But what about the compromises? Let's dive in and explore whether this laptop can hold its own against more expensive options.

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