Lightweight Gaming Laptop - Lenovo Legion Slim 7i (Gen 7) Vs Lenovo Legion Slim 7 (Gen 7) Vs Asus X16 (Non-Mini-Led)

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  JownehFixIT on 21/09/2022 - 11:33

  Their specs are so damn similar (aside from the X16's touchscreen) that I'd probably simply opt for whichever has the longest battery life. The X16's HS CPU would be slightly more efficient than the H in the Slim 7. So depending on the actual Wh rating of the batteries, the X16 might win out.

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    xdigger on 21/09/2022 - 11:56

    Batteries in all above specs are similar 90-99Wh.

    I'm just wondering if anyone know if the Asus X16 IPS screen and speakers are superior to Legion Slim 7, and whether they run silent on normal web browsing/Excel as I work in an office.

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      JownehFixIT on 21/09/2022 - 13:38

      You could always just disable turbo boost in a particular power profile so the fans shouldn't arc up so often, in theory. That's what I do on my Asus Zephyrus G14. Someone also made a handy fan controller app for the G14 that just runs in the system tray, enabling different fan profiles to be selectable.

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    RegorForgot on 11/10/2022 - 13:08

    no - the slim 7 has an AMD GPU which integrates better with the cpu, to the point where people have been getting 9-10 hours with the 99.9Wh variant

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  xdigger on 29/09/2022 - 22:24

  Merged from Gaming Laptops - Lenovo Legion Slim 7 (6800H/6800S) Vs Asus X16 (6800H/3060)

  Hi guys, I'm deciding between these two ≤2kg gaming laptops I can get for $3000-3100. Work pays for the laptop so I need it to be well built enough and runs cool enough to last >5 years preferably. Use case is weekday work/weekend COD gaming.

  1. which screen is better for mixed use productivity/gaming?
  2. Which laptop has better speakers for gaming on the go?
  3. Which laptop has better build/QC, and is more likely to last >5 years? Does either laptops need regular maintenance or use dust filters?
  4. I also need my laptop to run silent and cool with normal web browsing/Youtube with the MUX switch off as I use it for work in a quiet office space.

  Lenovo Legion Slim 7 (Gen 7)
  AMD Ryzen™ 7 6800H Processor
  Total Memory: 8 GB DDR5-4800MHz (Soldered) + 16 GB DDR5-4800MHz (SODIMM)
  1 TB M.2 2280 SSD PCIe Gen4 TLC
  16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, HDR400, 100%sRGB, 500 nits, 165Hz
  AMD Radeon™ RX 6800S 8GB GDDR6

  ASUS ROG Flow X16
  AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS
  Total Memory: 16GB DDR5-SDRAM
  1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
  16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS, Glossy, Touch, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits, 165Hz
  NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 3060 6GB GDDR6
  2-in-1 convertible touchscreen (don't really need this but don't mind it)

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  RegorForgot on 11/10/2022 - 13:19

  +1

  Personally, I'd go with the AMD Slim 7 as it has the strongest GPU and (I believe) the longest battery out of the bunch - but that's only in rasterisation performance. If you need RTX (not that you'd find it useful for games with a 3060), or if you need CUDA or tensor cores for your workflow, then my next pick would be the Intel Slim 7, but only because I presume it's a lot cheaper then the Flow X16. People on the Legion discord have been getting 6-7 hours mixed usage with the Intel device which is still pretty good but not as good as the AMD model which is said to get 8-10 hours on the 99.99Wh model. Both are better than the Flow X16 where Notebookcheck is saying around 5 hours and 30 minutes of web browsing which is… not great.

  Finally though, I must say that if you must absolutely have the best screen, cost no object, or touchscreen capability, then the X16 is a no-brainer. It comes down to your needs, honestly.

  Note that the Legion Slim 7 7th gen you've provided is quite a bit heavier than 2kg, closer to 2.2kg though it does have a full aluminium body which people have been saying is EXTREMELY sturdy. Speakers on the Legions are frankly not great and the Flow X16 is way better. As with any gaming laptop somewhat regularly maintenance is a must on any machine, so just put in the hard yards and clean up the fan every 6 months or so. It's not particularly difficult.

  All 3 devices have a MUX switch and I cannot say much about thermals because there's still only very limited reviews of the Legion Slim 7 - check out the one by BraxtonTech for more information - but the Flow X16 is reported to get quite hot under load. Under the low setting modes though I'm pretty sure all laptops run very, very quiet.

  The Legion Slims have a few more ports than the X16 afaik, with the Intel having one more USB than the AMD model. Do note that the Legion Slim 7 AMD variant only has one M.2 slot.

  NOTE that the AMD model of the Slim 7 right now is around 18% off from Lenovo's website which might be pretty significant.

  Because of this price cut, I'd go with the AMD Slim 7 like I said but just measure out the pros and cons for your use case.

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    RegorForgot on 11/10/2022 - 13:29

    Oh also, trust me. Do NOT go with the 1TB SSD from Lenovo. A 400 dollar (!!!) upgrade from a 512GB SSD to a 1TB SSD is complete bullshit. You can get a 6800S which is 3070 100W-level performance in most games for $2600. That's the much better deal.

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    xdigger on 11/10/2022 - 13:47

    Thanks mate, I was leaning towards the X16 3060 version with the glossy IPS screen,but I've always used matte screens, any idea if glossy screens would cause reflection issues if mostly working/gaming indoors?

    Not too fussed on battery actually as when gaming I will definitely be plugged in at home/in hotel. The occasional web browsing in airports departures wouldn't be more than 3-5 hours as well.

    I suspect 3060 would be enough for my weekend gaming needs on CSGO/Battlefield 4 & 5/Forza (on medium settings). Good speakers are a must as I use them while gaming and watching movies in hotel rooms on work trips (dislike headphones). Not obsessed with future-proofing as I don't need to play the latest games, but I thought if this laptop can last me >5 years if taken care well, I can buy a external XG mobile 4000/5000s (with better cooling since its an external eGPU) for ~$1000 in future to update its gaming prowess. Hopefully the X16's 'mix of aluminium and magnesium alloy' chassis will hold up to 5 - 10 years similar to the Slim 7s?

    X16 seems easier to clean out the fans as well, since they are reported to use have dust filters. (Not sure about Slim 7s having dust filters.) Any other maintanance aside from cleaning out the dust filters?

    I was actually planning to get the $3k X16 with 3060 soon, and upgrade it myself with Cosair 32GB DDR5 RAM ($211) to a total of 40GB RAM, and an additional 1 TB SSD Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 ($207). Any critiques of my proposed upgrades or their prices? I don't mind waiting for better prices on the upgrades or hold it off since I'm not sure if Asus warranty will be voided.

    Cosair 32GB DDR5 RAM ($211)
    https://www.amazon.com.au/Crucial-DDR5-4800-SODIMM-CL40-16Gb…

    1 TB SSD Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 ($207)
    https://www.amazon.com.au/1TB-Samsung-NVMe-PCIe-MZ-V8P1T0BW/…

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      RegorForgot on 12/10/2022 - 08:09

      +1

      Not sure about reliability, frankly. And if battery isn't important to you but display and speakers are then yeah, the X16 is a no-brainer. It'd be good to reapply thermal paste and such every year or two to stop the laptop from overheating. And no, I SERIOUSLY doubt that upgrading ram and SSD will void warranty.

      As for the SSDs: consider the Crucial P5 Plus and the SK Hynix Platinum P41 when it goes on sale. The P41 is (I believe) the absolute fastest SSD out there that's not PCIe Gen 5, so take that as you will. Crucial 32GB RAM is good and is what I would have recommended too. Just wait for some sales/deals before buying anything though.

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      RegorForgot on 12/10/2022 - 14:09

      actually, check this out: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/729810
      great deal for a great SSD - be sure to add a thermal pad to it though because it will run HOT

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        xdigger on 02/11/2022 - 16:36

        Hi mate, so I got my Asus X16 and am looking to upgrade the SSD and RAM now. Am eyeing the Crucial P5 Plus 2TB for $326 on Amazon now, will the additional SSD heatsink ot thermal pad you suggested fit into the laptop? I always thought laptops are tightly packed.

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    xdigger on 11/10/2022 - 13:55

    Actually I'm also considering the X16 3070/Mini-LED which I can get at ~$3800.

    Do you think the Mini-LED screen and 3070Ti is worth $800 over the IPS/3060 version? Budget not an issue as work subsidize most of my work laptop and I'm fine to cover the remaining if its worth it.

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      RegorForgot on 12/10/2022 - 08:02

      +1

      Gains from a 3070Ti should be pretty big and the Mini-LED screen will look way better so absolutely if you can afford it (which you can).

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  Ramsses2100 on 31/03/2024 - 00:16

  I would advice you to take advantage of your travel/fly and look for the Lenovo legion Slim 7 AMD Gen 8 (2023) or the Lenovo Legion 7 Gen 9 (the slim 7of 2024 but without the slim naming) with at least RTX 4060 and 32GB of ram and 1TB SSD; It's around 1200-1400 US dollars (1800-2100 AU dollars).
  The AMD Ryzen 7 (7840/8840) processor is amazing in performance with very low battery drain and minimal heat (to the contrary of Intel processors).
  Also the Slim7 comes with the biggest battery can be alowed on airplane 99.99W. Great screen resolution and colors, plus lite wight.